Planning

Residential Care in 1-Lichfield and 2-Staffordshire Moorlands

STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

18 Apr 2019 at 11:27

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by Staffordshire County Council, focusing on the title "Residential Care in 1-Lichfield and 2-Staffordshire Moorlands" within the health and social work services industry. The location for this project covers Lichfield and Staffordshire Moorlands in the West Midlands, UK. Currently, the procurement is in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 29 April 2019. This tender aims to explore market capacity and resources for providing residential accommodation for adults with learning disabilities, with the intention of commencing the contract around 1 December 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social care, particularly those with the capacity to provide tailored residential services. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations are particularly encouraged to engage, as the procurement process is designed to evaluate innovative solutions that can meet complex care requirements. Providers capable of ensuring high-quality personalised care and who are prepared to navigate potential staffing transitions will find this procurement to be an advantageous avenue for growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Residential Care in 1-Lichfield and 2-Staffordshire Moorlands

Notice Description

For the avoidance of doubt this is not a Call for Competition, this is to initiate market Engagement and soft market testing, volumes and values are indicative. SCC is seeking responses from the independent marketplace about their capacity and resources to provide residential accommodation for adults with a primary diagnosis of a Learning Disability, in and directly around: 1. Lichfield City Centre (indicative postcode: WS13 6HS) for 18 (minimum) adults aged approx. 45 - 87 years old 2. Staffordshire Moorlands (indicative postcode: ST13 6HQ) for 8 (minimum) adults aged approx. 46 - 68 years old In addition, some residents may; display behaviours that challenge, have limited or no verbal communication, have other physical health, mobility, frailty, ageing issues including risk of fall and dementia. With requirements for; support to transfer, aids and adaptations, such as hoists. Accommodation requirements should include the following and SCC are happy to explore existing provisions, the expansion / refurbishment of existing facilities or a new development: o Location in the city/town centre area, with access to local facilities, resources, groups, leisure facilities and public transport. Enabling residents to maintain family/friend relationships, whilst building genuine community presence; o Single Level Access property - suitable for residents who use mobility aids (including wheelchairs and walking frames); o Accommodating individuals together located on the same site, ideally; Lichfield 3 x 6 bed units; Staffordshire Moorlands 8 bed unit Single units of accommodation or a number of smaller interconnected accommodations would also be considered; o The provision of level access shower facilities, standard bathing facilities and specialist bathing facilities i.e. Arjo Bath (subject to OT assessment). En-suite facilities are desirable, however not essential; o multiple communal areas to enable residents to socialise and have quiet time / space (away from bedrooms and other residents). A sensory area / space is desirable; o Secure garden area; o Provision for resident and visitor parking of vehicles; o Be suitable to accommodate a range of assistive technology, aids and adaptations - including hoists and grab rails; Services, support and staffing expectations include: o Staff trained and qualified (as appropriate) in supporting adults with a Learning Disability and associated needs listed above o Outcome focussed through the delivery of high quality personalised care and support; o Creative, innovative and solution focused - including exploration of transport options, use of assistive technology and partnership working with professionals and the community; o A number of existing staff members may TUPE from the current provision; o The provision of a minimum 2 waking night staff members in the first instance (subject to the size and layout of the property); Additional information: * The current reference rates for the purchase of Residential Care for adults with a Learning Disability is PS834 - PS1,212 per week per resident. Commissioners would welcome any initial expressions of interest by close of business on Monday 29th April 2019. Expressions received following this date are welcome and will still be considered. Any questions or expressions of interest should be sent to: Amy Evans, Commissioning Manager, Staffordshire Place 1 Phone: 01785 277160 / 07969207625 Email: amy.evans@staffordshire.gov.uk Please note, if SCC proceeds any further, Providers will be required to successfully fulfil the criteria of the Council's Dynamic Purchasing System for the supply of Residential and Nursing Care Home Services and enter into these arrangements accordingly. To register onto this arrangement for this and future opportunities please go to https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login and search under Opportunities for reference SCHG00161. ESTIMATED CONTRACT START DATE: 1st December 2019 GEOGRAPHIC COVERAGE: Lichfield and Staffordshire Moorlands, Staffordshire, UK

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53b33a83-21bb-43c2-a3d7-d390e61cfed2
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
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

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 Apr 2019Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 2DH
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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