Award

Flexible Framework for the Provision of a Community Support Service for Children and Young People

NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Jun 2022 at 15:14

Tender

12 Nov 2021 at 10:45

Summary of the contracting process

North Ayrshire Council is conducting a tender for a "Flexible Framework for the Provision of a Community Support Service for Children and Young People" within the welfare services sector, specifically aimed at supporting individuals up to 18 years of age. The procurement is currently in the award stage, having been finalised on 13th May 2022, with a total contract value of £2,116,039. The contract covers the delivery of various support services in the region of UKM93, and all corresponding documentation can be submitted electronically via the public tender platform.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in welfare services, particularly those experienced in community and personal support for young individuals. Companies that hold relevant certifications in quality, health and safety, and environmental management, as stipulated in the contract requirements, would be ideally positioned to compete. Additionally, businesses capable of demonstrating a proven track record in delivering similar services within this field will be well-placed to secure a contract with the council, thus contributing to their growth and community impact.

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Notice Title

Flexible Framework for the Provision of a Community Support Service for Children and Young People

Notice Description

North Ayrshire Council requires providers to deliver person centred support to children and young people (up to and including 18 years of age) enabling them to achieve their outcomes as per their Child Assessment and Plan and Support Plan. Person centred support encompasses personal support, community support and care within the home.

Lot Information

Lot 1

North Ayrshire Council requires providers to deliver person centred support to children and young people (up to and including 18 years of age) enabling them to achieve their outcomes as per their Child Assessment and Plan and Support Plan. Person centred support encompasses personal support, community support and care within the home.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02f608
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016325-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,116,039 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,116,039 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,116,039 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@north-ayrshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
IRVINE
Postcode
KA12 8EE
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
North Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Irvine South
Westminster Constituency
Central Ayrshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

AYRSHIRE CHILDRENS SERVICES

ENABLE SCOTLAND

THE RICHMOND FELLOWSHIP SCOTLAND

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