Tender

Carers Support Service - Learning Disability and Neurodivergence Specialist Provider

MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL

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06 Feb 2025 at 12:28

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Milton Keynes City Council is currently seeking tenders for the provision of Carers Support Service, specifically targeting Learning Disabilities and Neurodivergence. This procurement falls under the industry category of Health and Social Work Services, with specific classifications in Social Work Services and related areas. The services are to be delivered in the South East region of the United Kingdom, primarily in the Milton Keynes area (postal code MK9 3EJ). The process is at the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 12 noon on 7th March 2025. The contract period is from 2nd June 2025 to 1st June 2028. The procurement method being used is an open procedure (below threshold), ensuring wide accessibility for interested suppliers.

This tender opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in social care and support services, particularly those with experience in managing learning disabilities and neurodivergence. It is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its targeted suitability criteria. By participating, businesses could not only expand their service offerings but also establish or strengthen their partnerships with the public sector. Milton Keynes City Council's commitment to inclusivity and detailed documentation process provides an ideal platform for both established and emerging providers in this sector to compete.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Carers Support Service - Learning Disability and Neurodivergence Specialist Provider

Notice Description

Milton Keynes City Council are currently out to tender for the provision of Carers Support Service - Learning Disability and Neurodivergence Specialist Provider Suppliers that would like to take part in this tender process are invited to 'Express Interest' upon which they will be given access to the full tender documentation through this e-tendering system. Suppliers will be notified by email, and the tender documents can be accessed from the "My Tenders" area of this website by selecting the "View Details" button for this tender. Deadline for submissions of the tender will be 12 noon on 7th March 2025. Please allow sufficient time to make your return as late returns will not be permitted. Any questions relating to this tender should be made via correspondence on the website. Please do not engage with any persons in the Council via email or phone regarding this tender. Additional information: For any suppliers interested in this opportunity please visit our e-Tendering portal - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/milton-keynes/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1250187e-20b1-47fd-b354-89f7753d4738
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 (below 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

85310000 - Social work services

85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Jun 2025 - 1 Jun 2028 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
MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK9 3EJ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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