Independent Health and Social Care Advocacy for Adults

BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Bath and North East Somerset Council is currently in the planning stage for the procurement of independent health and social care advocacy services for adults. This tender, under the industry category of health and social work services, aims to deliver support under various legislative acts, including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Mental Health Act, ensuring high-quality, independent advocacy for residents. Scheduled market engagement activities include the completion of an online questionnaire by 15th August 2025 and an online event on 20th August 2025. The procurement process is governed by the 2023 UK Public Contracts Regulations and has a substantial value of £1,512,000. Key opportunities for interested parties will be available for tendering around 16th September 2025, while the service implementation is expected to commence on 1st April 2026 in the region of Keynsham, Somerset, UK.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in advocacy services, particularly those with experience in health and social care sectors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to apply given the suitability criteria. Organisations capable of delivering advocacy services in compliance with legislative requirements and catering to local needs will find this opportunity attractive. The extensive contract period, extending potentially until March 2033, offers continuity and the potential for securing long-term business relationships with Bath and North East Somerset Council, driving further growth and development within their organisations.

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Independent Health and Social Care Advocacy for Adults

BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

30th July 2025 13:29:38 PM

Planning Deadline

15th August 2025 22:59:59 PM Expired
Contract Summary

Bath and North East Somerset Council is recommissioning its statutory advocacy services for adults. This includes support under the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act (including DoLS and Liberty Protection Safeguards), Mental Health Act, and advocacy for complaints relating to health and social care. The aim is to ensure residents have access to high-quality, independent advocacy that upholds their rights, supports decision-making, and reflects local needs and legislative requirements.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-056929

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

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Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

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Awarding Authority

BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Sinead Wintle

Buyer Email

Sinead_Wintle@BATHNES.GOV.UK

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Keynsham Civic Centre

Keynsham

BS31 1FS

United Kingdom

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Independent Health and Social Care Advocacy for Adults

BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL

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