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05 Mar 2024 at 16:04

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01 Nov 2023 at 11:41

Summary of the contracting process

The Cardiff Council and Vale of Glamorgan Council are procuring Independent Professional Advocacy services geared towards social services. The service will be divided into multiple lots, each catering to specific demographics and needs. The procurement process is in the active stage, aiming to integrate social value and community benefits into the contracts, enhancing health and well-being, safety, opportunities, environment, and local economies. The current tender is open for submissions, with a deadline for bids set for January 8, 2024

This tender presents opportunities for organisations that specialise in social services, advocacy, and community welfare to compete. Businesses can leverage their expertise in supporting older adults, individuals with disabilities, and those in need of care and support services. Cardiff Council and Vale of Glamorgan Council are focused on embedding social value principles, influencing local service provision, and fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders, offering businesses a chance to contribute to positive community outcomes and economic growth through this contracting opportunity.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Independent Professional Advocacy Service - Cardiff & Vale

Notice Description

Cardiff Council Social Services and the Vale of Glamorgan Council Social Services Departments are commissioning Independent Professional Advocacy services across the region to: Adopt a systemic co-productive approach with all stakeholders across the region. Form purposeful, collaborative relationships between local authorities, health boards, Providers and the people who use the services. Share common understanding of what advocacy is and the specific role of Independent Professional Advocacy (IPA). Share a common agreement about when Independent Professional Advocacy is appropriate and always considering its accessibility and application alongside other forms of advocacy.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Cardiff Council - IPA for older adults aged 55 and over

Cardiff Council Social Services and the Vale of Glamorgan Council Social Services Departments are commissioning Independent Professional Advocacy services across the region to: Adopt a systemic co-productive approach with all stakeholders across the region. Form purposeful, collaborative relationships between local authorities, health boards, Providers and the people who use the services. Share common understanding of what advocacy is and the specific role of Independent Professional Advocacy (IPA). Share a common agreement about when Independent Professional Advocacy is appropriate and always considering its accessibility and application alongside other forms of advocacy. The service will be provided across two Lots for Cardiff Council: Lot 1 - IPA for older adults aged 55 and over, including care home advocacy; for younger adults with a Physical & Sensory Impairment and for those with Mental Ill-health and/or Substance Misuse Lot 2 - IPA for adults aged 18 and over living with learning disabilities including autism. The service will be provided across three Lots for The Vale of Glamorgan: Lot 3 - IPA for older adults aged 55 and over, including care home advocacy. Lot 4 - IPA for adults aged 18 and over living with learning disabilities including autism. Lot 5 - IPA for all other adults with care and support needs.

Renewal: In addition to the 4 year (48 months) contract term, the contracts can also be extended for an addition 2 years (24 months).

Lot 2 - Cardiff Council - IPA for adults aged 18 and over living with learning disabilities

Cardiff Council Social Services and the Vale of Glamorgan Council Social Services Departments are commissioning Independent Professional Advocacy services across the region to: Adopt a systemic co-productive approach with all stakeholders across the region. Form purposeful, collaborative relationships between local authorities, health boards, Providers and the people who use the services. Share common understanding of what advocacy is and the specific role of Independent Professional Advocacy (IPA). Share a common agreement about when Independent Professional Advocacy is appropriate and always considering its accessibility and application alongside other forms of advocacy. The service will be provided across two Lots for Cardiff Council: Lot 1 - IPA for older adults aged 55 and over, including care home advocacy; for younger adults with a Physical & Sensory Impairment and for those with Mental Ill-health and/or Substance Misuse Lot 2 - IPA for adults aged 18 and over living with learning disabilities including autism. The service will be provided across three Lots for The Vale of Glamorgan: Lot 3 - IPA for older adults aged 55 and over, including care home advocacy. Lot 4 - IPA for adults aged 18 and over living with learning disabilities including autism. Lot 5 - IPA for all other adults with care and support needs.

Renewal: Extension period of up to 24 months (2 years) in addition to the initial period of 48 months (4 years)

Lot 4 - Vale of Glamorgan Council - IPA for adults aged 18 and over living with learning disabilities

Cardiff Council Social Services and the Vale of Glamorgan Council Social Services Departments are commissioning Independent Professional Advocacy services across the region to: Adopt a systemic co-productive approach with all stakeholders across the region. Form purposeful, collaborative relationships between local authorities, health boards, Providers and the people who use the services. Share common understanding of what advocacy is and the specific role of Independent Professional Advocacy (IPA). Share a common agreement about when Independent Professional Advocacy is appropriate and always considering its accessibility and application alongside other forms of advocacy. The service will be provided across two Lots for Cardiff Council: Lot 1 - IPA for older adults aged 55 and over, including care home advocacy; for younger adults with a Physical & Sensory Impairment and for those with Mental Ill-health and/or Substance Misuse Lot 2 - IPA for adults aged 18 and over living with learning disabilities including autism. The service will be provided across three Lots for The Vale of Glamorgan: Lot 3 - IPA for older adults aged 55 and over, including care home advocacy. Lot 4 - IPA for adults aged 18 and over living with learning disabilities including autism. Lot 5 - IPA for all other adults with care and support needs.

Renewal: Extension period of up to 24 months (2 years) in addition to the initial period of 48 months (4 years)

Lot 5 - Vale of Glamorgan Council - IPA for all other adults with care and support needs

Cardiff Council Social Services and the Vale of Glamorgan Council Social Services Departments are commissioning Independent Professional Advocacy services across the region to: Adopt a systemic co-productive approach with all stakeholders across the region. Form purposeful, collaborative relationships between local authorities, health boards, Providers and the people who use the services. Share common understanding of what advocacy is and the specific role of Independent Professional Advocacy (IPA). Share a common agreement about when Independent Professional Advocacy is appropriate and always considering its accessibility and application alongside other forms of advocacy. The service will be provided across two Lots for Cardiff Council: Lot 1 - IPA for older adults aged 55 and over, including care home advocacy; for younger adults with a Physical & Sensory Impairment and for those with Mental Ill-health and/or Substance Misuse Lot 2 - IPA for adults aged 18 and over living with learning disabilities including autism. The service will be provided across three Lots for The Vale of Glamorgan: Lot 3 - IPA for older adults aged 55 and over, including care home advocacy. Lot 4 - IPA for adults aged 18 and over living with learning disabilities including autism. Lot 5 - IPA for all other adults with care and support needs.

Renewal: Extension period of up to 24 months (2 years) in addition to the initial period of 48 months (4 years)

Lot 3 - Vale of Glamorgan Council - IPA for older adults aged 55 and over

Cardiff Council Social Services and the Vale of Glamorgan Council Social Services Departments are commissioning Independent Professional Advocacy services across the region to: Adopt a systemic co-productive approach with all stakeholders across the region. Form purposeful, collaborative relationships between local authorities, health boards, Providers and the people who use the services. Share common understanding of what advocacy is and the specific role of Independent Professional Advocacy (IPA). Share a common agreement about when Independent Professional Advocacy is appropriate and always considering its accessibility and application alongside other forms of advocacy. The service will be provided across two Lots for Cardiff Council: Lot 1 - IPA for older adults aged 55 and over, including care home advocacy; for younger adults with a Physical & Sensory Impairment and for those with Mental Ill-health and/or Substance Misuse Lot 2 - IPA for adults aged 18 and over living with learning disabilities including autism. The service will be provided across three Lots for The Vale of Glamorgan: Lot 3 - IPA for older adults aged 55 and over, including care home advocacy. Lot 4 - IPA for adults aged 18 and over living with learning disabilities including autism. Lot 5 - IPA for all other adults with care and support needs.

Renewal: Extension period of up to 24 months (2 years) in addition to the initial period of 48 months (4 years)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0410da
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007074-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

85000000 - Health and social work services

85300000 - Social work and related services

85310000 - Social work services

85312310 - Guidance services

85320000 - Social services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Unsuccessful
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Cardiff Council
Additional Buyers

Vale of Glamorgan Council

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BARRY
Postcode
CF10 4UW
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Butetown
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

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