Healthwatch and Independent Advocacy Services in North East Lincolnshire

NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

North East Lincolnshire Council is currently in the tender stage for a procurement process focused on providing Healthwatch and Independent Advocacy Services, with an industry category of health and social work services. The tender, titled "Healthwatch and Independent Advocacy Services in North East Lincolnshire," includes two key lots: the provision of a Local Healthwatch Service and an Independent Complaints Advocacy Service. Located in Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, the Council aims to ensure community health and social care voices are heard and supported. The procurement process is open, and submissions are due by 16th May 2025, with enquiries closing on 12th May 2025. The maximum budget allocated for this contract is £1,110,000 GBP, and the contract period is from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2028, with potential extensions up to 2030.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social care services, particularly those experienced in providing advocacy and support services within the NHS framework. SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the Council's emphasis on service quality, delivery, social value, and cost efficiency. Businesses with robust financial stability, technical competence in data protection, safeguarding policies, and conflict of interest management will find this an ideal opportunity to expand their services in North East Lincolnshire, contributing to improved health outcomes for the local community.

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Healthwatch and Independent Advocacy Services in North East Lincolnshire

NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

16th April 2025 11:13:28 AM

Tender Deadline

16th May 2025 11:00:00 AM 19 days remaining
Contract Summary

North East Lincolnshire Council is undertaking a procurement for Healthwatch and Independent Advocacy Services in North East Lincolnshire. This procurement has been lotted as follows: Lot 1: Provision of a Local Healthwatch Service . Local authorities have a statutory duty to commission a local Healthwatch organisation. Healthwatch is an independent, local health and social care watchdog, that provides signposting and ensures the voice of the community is heard regarding health and social care services. Lot 2 - Provision of a Independent Complaints Advocacy Service. Local authorities have a statutory duty to commission an Independent Health Complaints Advocacy service which provides residents with information about the NHS complaints process and supports those who wish to make a complaint about an NHS health service.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0503e8

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Lisa Burton

Buyer Email

lisa.burton@nelincs.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 01472000000

Buyer Address

Municipal Offices, Town Hall Square

Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire

DN31 1HU

United Kingdom

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Healthwatch and Independent Advocacy Services in North East Lincolnshire

NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL

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