Planning

Statutory Advocacy Service

BOROUGH COUNCIL OF CALDERDALE

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 09:35

Summary of the contracting process

The Borough Council of Calderdale is planning a procurement process for the provision of a Statutory Advocacy Service, aimed to deliver advocacy services within the Calderdale area for eligible 16-18 year olds. This tender, categorized under Health and social work services, will meet the Council's statutory duty, providing various advocacy roles as per legal requirements. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically the region UKE44, the procurement process is presently in the planning stage, and following an open procedure will likely offer more details in a future notice, anticipated on 15 December 2025. The contract, valued at £2,000,000, is planned to commence on 1 August 2026 and conclude on the same day.

This procurement presents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social care services, especially those with experience or interest in providing advocacy services. The open procedure allows a broad range of suppliers to engage, particularly those that prioritise social value and have expertise in serving vulnerable groups. Organisations classified as Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) are also identified as suitable candidates, offering them a chance to secure a substantial contract that could support their growth while assisting a pivotal public service function. The successful bidder will not only benefit financially but also enhance their reputation in delivering essential community services.

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Notice Title

Statutory Advocacy Service

Notice Description

The Service will deliver Advocacy Services across the borough of Calderdale to eligible 16-18 year olds; meeting the Council's statutory duty for the provision of advocates including Care Act Advocates, Independent Mental Capacity Advocates, Independent Mental Health Advocates and paid Relevant Person's Representatives to any eligible people in accordance with relevant regulations, guidance and code of practice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052117
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025857-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
VCSE
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
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 1 Aug 2026 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BOROUGH COUNCIL OF CALDERDALE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@calderdale.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HALIFAX
Postcode
HX1 1UJ
Post Town
Halifax
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees

Local Authority
Calderdale
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Halifax

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