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Provision of an Independent Domestic Abuse Consultancy: Production of Domestic Abuse Needs Assessment; Strategy and proposed Implementation Plan for Sandwell

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking quotes for the tender titled "Provision of an Independent Domestic Abuse Consultancy: Production of Domestic Abuse Needs Assessment; Strategy and proposed Implementation Plan for Sandwell." This procurement primarily falls under the social research services category, with a focus on delivering a comprehensive assessment of domestic abuse response in Sandwell. The tender period is set to close on 1 March 2021 at 12:00hrs, while the contract duration is anticipated to be from 29 March 2021 to 28 September 2021. Interested parties must register and submit their responses through the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in social research, consultancy, and social services, particularly those with experience in assessing needs related to domestic abuse. Organisations that specialise in social work, community services, or strategic planning aimed at addressing social issues would be particularly well-suited to compete. The successful bidder will collaborate closely with the council to implement strategies that reflect local needs, potentially impacting and enhancing their reputation within the community and related sectors.

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Notice Title

Provision of an Independent Domestic Abuse Consultancy: Production of Domestic Abuse Needs Assessment; Strategy and proposed Implementation Plan for Sandwell

Notice Description

ASC099 - Provision of an Independent Domestic Abuse Consultancy: Production of Domestic Abuse Needs Assessment; Strategy and proposed Implementation Plan for Sandwell Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council ("the Council") invites quotes subject to the attached Specification and Contract terms and conditions for the Provision of an Independent Domestic Abuse Consultancy: Production of Domestic Abuse Needs Assessment; Strategy and proposed Implementation Plan for Sandwell. Sandwell has an established commitment to tackling domestic abuse. Our approach is based on a periodic assessment of need, emerging trends, best practice and local, regional and national priorities. Sandwell has an existing Domestic Abuse Needs assessment and 2017-2020 Strategy, and we are seeking a review and update to these and a proposed implementation plan for Sandwell. We are seeking to commission a comprehensive assessment of Sandwell's response to Domestic abuse. The purpose of the assessment is to gather information about the needs of those who are resident in Sandwell and affected by domestic abuse. This will include victims and in accordance with the proposed statutory domestic abuse definition; will include children who see, hear or witness domestic abuse and those who perpetrate domestic abuse. Recognising that some individuals and families fleeing domestic abuse may come to Sandwell and similarly some of our residents may need to leave Sandwell to reside elsewhere. We want the provider to work with Sandwell MBC and Sandwell Domestic Abuse Strategic Partnership to develop a local strategy that reflects the findings of the needs assessment and sets out our intentions for the period 2021 -2022 onwards. The duration of the contract will be approximately from 29 March 2021 to 28 September 2021, but this may be subject to change, depending on completion and approval of the final report. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the Quotation document or other related documents. In Order To View a On-Line Questionnaire (if applicable) or Submit a Quotation, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: 1 March 2021 at 12:00hrs Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2e40c87-dbee-476b-bdd2-ecbe74c8cb9a
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

70333000 - Housing services

79315000 - Social research services

85000000 - Health and social work services

85300000 - Social work and related services

85310000 - Social work services

85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

85320000 - Social services

85321000 - Administrative social services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Mar 2021 - 28 Sep 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Martin Duffell
Contact Email
martin_duffell@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 5541

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 9EN
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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