Tender

Healthwatch Buckinghamshire

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

29 Nov 2024 at 08:46

Summary of the contracting process

Buckinghamshire Council is inviting tenders for the provision of Healthwatch Buckinghamshire, a service that acts as an independent consumer champion for Health and Social Care. The contract, classified under health and social work services (CPV 85000000), is valued at £1,379,000 and will cover services in the region UKJ13. The procurement process is currently in the "tender" stage, with bids to be submitted electronically by 3 January 2025. The contract will commence on 1 April 2025 and run until 31 March 2032, with a potential two-year extension option. This open procedure is designed to ensure comprehensive service delivery and engagement throughout Buckinghamshire to enhance the voice of citizens in Health and Social Care services.

Businesses specializing in Health and Social Care services will find this tender an excellent opportunity to expand their operations and establish a significant presence in the Buckinghamshire region. Health-focused organizations, community engagement specialists, and service providers capable of offering dynamic, responsive, and locally integrated services are well-suited to compete. The opportunity also includes engaging directly with the local community to articulate their needs and experiences, thus linking them to other essential service providers, making it ideal for businesses with a strong focus on community engagement and evidence-based service approaches.

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Notice Title

Healthwatch Buckinghamshire

Notice Description

Buckinghamshire Council is looking to commission a contract for the provision of Healthwatch Buckinghamshire. Healthwatch is the independent consumer champion for Health and Social Care. Healthwatch Buckinghamshire will give citizens and communities a stronger voice to influence and challenge how Health and Social Care services are provided across the County. Through effective evidence-based approaches and strong engagement, Healthwatch Buckinghamshire will build up a local picture of community needs, aspirations and the experience of people who engage with the service. Healthwatch Buckinghamshire will be highly visible and easily accessible to all individuals within the County as well as being a signposting service to local people with regards to their Health and Social Care choices. The service must be dynamic and responsive, not only representing the local population, but also linking them to Health and Social Care providers. The Provider must take steps to embed the service so that it is an integral part of the Health and Social Care landscape and be valued by residents and professionals alike.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Buckinghamshire Council is looking to commission a contract for the provision of Healthwatch Buckinghamshire. Healthwatch is the independent consumer champion for Health and Social Care. Healthwatch Buckinghamshire will give citizens and communities a stronger voice to influence and challenge how Health and Social Care services are provided across the County. Through effective evidence-based approaches and strong engagement, Healthwatch Buckinghamshire will build up a local picture of community needs, aspirations and the experience of people who engage with the service. Healthwatch Buckinghamshire will be highly visible and easily accessible to all individuals within the County as well as being a signposting service to local people with regards to their Health and Social Care choices. The service must be dynamic and responsive, not only representing the local population, but also linking them to Health and Social Care providers. The Provider must take steps to embed the service so that it is an integral part of the Health and Social Care landscape and be valued by residents and professionals alike.

Options: The initial contract period is 5 years with the option to extend for 2 further years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c0fc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038533-2024
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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,379,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,379,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Ms Donna Plastow
Contact Email
donna.plastow@buckinghamshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1296585597

Buyer Location

Locality
AYLESBURY
Postcode
HP20 1UA
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire

Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Aylesbury North
Westminster Constituency
Aylesbury

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