Tender

Out of Hours Call Handling Service

OLDHAM COUNCIL

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Tender

07 Mar 2024 at 16:35

Summary of the contracting process

The Oldham Council is seeking a provider to operate an out-of-hours call handling service for temporary accommodation queries. The service is essential due to the increasing demand for temporary accommodation and support services. The contract value is £240,000GBP, with a contract period of 720 days and an optional 12-month extension. The tender deadline is 10th April 2024, with submission via electronic means. The procurement process is in the tender stage, offering opportunities for service providers in the accommodation management industry.

This tender from Oldham Council presents a growth opportunity for businesses providing accommodation management services. The selection criteria focus on quality and social value, in addition to pricing. Businesses with experience in emergency call handling services and wrap-around support are well-suited to compete for this contract. The competitive process, open to all interested parties, aims to ensure the provision of high-quality services to meet the community's needs for 24/7 support related to homelessness and temporary accommodation queries.

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Notice Title

Out of Hours Call Handling Service

Notice Description

Oldham Council require a Provider to operate the out of hours statutory service for temporary accommodation queries. The Council are currently facing a housing crisis with the demand significantly increasing for temporary accommodation and wrap around support services increasing. The support currently provided by the Council covers 'normal working' hours however access to support and advice is required 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Oldham Council require a Provider to operate the out of hours statutory service for temporary accommodation queries. The Council are currently facing a housing crisis with the demand significantly increasing for temporary accommodation and wrap around support services increasing. The support currently provided by the Council covers 'normal working' hours however access to support and advice is required 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The out of hours service is a telephone-based service, where residents who need emergency help and support with regards to homelessness outside of usual office hours (Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm) can telephone the dedicated number. The out of hours service operates from 5pm to 9am Monday - Thursday and from 5pm Friday - 9am Monday. Please note the service operates 24 hours through Saturday and Sunday and bank holidays. This totals 106 hours per week not including bank holidays, the number of bank holiday hours totals 192 per annum. This opportunity has been advertised on the Chest portal and any queries must be raised via the portal.

Renewal: The contract is for an initial 12 month period with an optional 12 month extension period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04468f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007415-2024
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98341100 - Accommodation management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Mar 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OLDHAM COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Emily Molden
Contact Email
emily.molden@oldham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
OLDHAM
Postcode
OL1 1UT
Post Town
Oldham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East

Local Authority
Oldham
Electoral Ward
Coldhurst
Westminster Constituency
Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton

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