Tender

Provision of Statutory Inspection of Children's Homes (Regulation 44)

WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Oct 2024 at 12:56

Tender Notice
Tender

16 Oct 2024 at 12:43

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

West Sussex County Council is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "Provision of Statutory Inspection of Children's Homes (Regulation 44)", classified under social work and related services (CPV code: 85300000) and health and social work services (CPV code: 85000000). The procurement method is an open procedure above the threshold. This tender, valued at £190,000, is focused on ensuring compliance with Regulation 44 of The Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015. Key delivery locations include the South East and South West regions of the United Kingdom, with the contract period starting from 1 April 2025 and ending on 31 March 2030. Prospective bidders should note that the tender submission deadline is 18 November 2024 at 12:00 PM.

This tender offers a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in social work and health services to expand their portfolio and secure a long-term government contract. It is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its open procedure format, which encourages broad participation. Engaging in this procurement process can enhance business growth by establishing a strong partnership with a reputable local authority and providing valuable inspection services that ensure the welfare and safety of children in care.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Statutory Inspection of Children's Homes (Regulation 44)

Notice Description

Provision of Statutory Inspection of Children's Homes (Regulation 44). The scope of this procurement is as set out in Regulation 44 of The Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015. You will need to register with Atamis https://atamis-7669.my.site.com/ProSpend__eSourcing_Community_Registration?locale=uk The main homepage for the Atamis supplier portal can be found here: https://atamis-7669.my.site.com/s/Welcome and contains a user guide, links to current tender opportunities and details of the Atamis support team who can help with any registering enquires.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dcc8bdae-c75a-4356-ac02-1b85018b341c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Linda Jones
Contact Email
linda.jones@westsussex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHICHESTER
Postcode
PO19 1RQ
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Chichester Central
Westminster Constituency
Chichester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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