Tender

Tender for the Provision of the Buckinghamshire Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise sector support service

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

15 Feb 2021 at 15:25

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Buckinghamshire Council is seeking tenders for the provision of a support service for the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector, with a total budget of £187,230 per annum. This open procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, having been published on 15th February 2021. The contract is set to commence on 1st August 2021, lasting for three years with a potential two-year extension. This initiative aims to enhance the capacity and sustainability of VCSE organisations across Buckinghamshire, located within the South East region of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in community services, capacity building, and organisational support aimed at the VCSE sector. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and VCSE organisations are encouraged to participate, leveraging their expertise to provide essential infrastructure support, facilitate communication, and improve resilience within the sector. Competitors should have a strong understanding of local community needs and be prepared to foster partnerships that align with the strategic priorities of Buckinghamshire Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender for the Provision of the Buckinghamshire Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise sector support service

Notice Description

Buckinghamshire Council wishes to commission a Buckinghamshire wide voluntary, community and social enterprise sector support service. This Service will provide Infrastructure (capacity building) support to Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Sector organisations/groups based in Buckinghamshire and operating for the benefit of Buckinghamshire residents The overall service outcome is that the VCSE sector has access to relevant information, tools and advice and is increasing its role in delivering services, influencing policy, shaping communities and contributing to an improved quality of life for Buckinghamshire residents The service will provide comprehensive support focussed on two key elements Priority One- Develop capacity, resilience and capability across the VCSE sector Description: Effective advice and information, guidance materials, tools and learning resources are developed which build the capability, capacity and resilience of the VCSE and support VCSE organisations and groups to understand and deliver against key Council priorities Outcome: Increased capacity and sustainability for the VCSE Sector. Priority two: Strategic Support -VCSE organisations are supported to contribute to the strategic priorities of the Council Description: Effective facilitation of activities, improved information and communication to enable the voice of the sector, local groups and their members to be communicated at a strategic and local level. Outcome: Improved relationships and partnerships across VCSE organisations and groups resulting in a better-connected VCSE Sector The contract start date is 1st August 2021. The contract term is three (3) years with the option to extend for a further two (2) years. The budget for this service is capped at PS187,230 per annum. Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) may apply to this contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d087ad4e-6641-479f-8eb6-12785be0a9b4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c4db06e-5720-4730-bdbc-3be1dd5845ce
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

85322000 - Community action programme

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£561,690 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2024 3-4 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
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
AYLESBURY
Postcode
HP20 1UA
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Aylesbury North
Westminster Constituency
Aylesbury

Further Information

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