Planning

Invitation to Market Engagement Event for Direct Payment Support in Sefton

SEFTON COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

13 Feb 2025 at 08:24

Planning

11 Feb 2025 at 16:01

Summary of the contracting process

Sefton Council is organising a market engagement event for direct payment support within the region of Sefton, England. This procurement process falls under the social work and related services category, with a focus on developing person-centred and strength-based services. The event is at the planning stage, with the engagement concluding on 11th May 2025. Key details, including participation methods, have been provided, and businesses are encouraged to review the information to understand the strategic partnership goals. The engagement is designed to gather input to shape the final procurement process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to collaborate with local authorities to deliver social services. It is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that can offer innovative and community-focused solutions. By engaging in this procurement process, businesses can not only expand their service offerings but also contribute to enhancing community resilience and growth in Sefton. Potential suppliers should consider this an opportunity to establish long-term relationships with Sefton Council and other key stakeholders.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Market Engagement Event for Direct Payment Support in Sefton

Notice Description

We aim to collaborate with key partners and the community to develop various services. By working together as a strategic partnership, we seek to enhance the growth and resilience of diverse communities across the borough. We will focus on creating person-centred and strength-based services that meet individuals' needs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-db5284c3-1f1d-4d8f-b8b1-7c0ccd768c51
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa8fd837-d2fc-49f8-a1bd-eb768327b793
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SEFTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L20 3NJ
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Derby
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

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