Planning

Independent Advocacy Services for Adults

FIFE COUNCIL

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Planning

19 Feb 2018 at 00:00

OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
Summary of the contracting process

Fife Council is seeking a service provider for the "Independent Advocacy Services for Adults," aimed at supporting vulnerable individuals facing challenges due to disability, chronic illness, or mental health issues. This procurement falls within the social protection industry category and is currently in the planning stage, with a planned contract duration spanning from October 2018 to September 2021. The expected value of the contract is £1,050,000, and interested parties should note that a future notice date is scheduled for 22 March 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advocacy services, especially those with expertise in supporting individuals with mental health challenges, learning disabilities, or chronic illnesses. Companies offering professional and collective advocacy services are encouraged to consider this procurement, as it aligns with statutory requirements under the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003. Engaging in this process could enhance a business's portfolio while contributing to the welfare of vulnerable communities in Glenrothes and surrounding areas.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independent Advocacy Services for Adults

Notice Description

Fife Council requires a service provider to provide services to the authority for Independent Advocacy Services for a period of 3 years, from October 2018 to September 2021. Professional advocacy and collective advocacy is required to be provided to vulnerable people, aged 16 and over, who are affected by disability, chronic illness or mental disorder, and who are unable to safeguard their own well-being, rights, care or other interests. Professional advocacy is defined as the provision of specialist knowledge of the legal, health and welfare systems, and the ability to use this expertise to represent an individual's view and interests, and assist the individual to get the point across as effectively as possible. Collective advocacy is defined as providing support and advice to a group of people with the same issue or concern. This may be a specific issue-based group, or an on-going support network.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Advocacy services are designed to empower individuals to express their views, needs and decisions. Where appropriate, it involves speaking on behalf of individuals who are unable to do so for themselves. In doing so, advocacy services help protect and safeguard the rights and interests of those who are vulnerable or discriminated against, and ensure that their rights and opinions are fully considered. The Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003 includes a legal requirement to provide independent advocacy services. This contract will help ensure that NHS Fife and Fife Council meet their statutory obligations, but it will also provide advocacy for a wider group of vulnerable people. The role of this advocacy service is to provide a combination of professional advocacy and collective advocacy. The advocacy services provided must be independent, as defined by the Mental Health (Care & Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000531112
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB310838
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

75110000 - General public services

85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,050,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
22 Mar 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIFE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Billie Mitchell
Contact Email
billie.mitchell@fife.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3451550000

Buyer Location

Locality
GLENROTHES
Postcode
KY7 5LT
Post Town
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Glenrothes Central and Thornton
Westminster Constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB310838
    Independent Advocacy Services for Adults - Fife Council requires a service provider to provide services to the authority for Independent Advocacy Services for a period of 3 years, from October 2018 to September 2021. Professional advocacy and collective advocacy is required to be provided to vulnerable people, aged 16 and over, who are affected by disability, chronic illness or mental disorder, and who are unable to safeguard their own well-being, rights, care or other interests. Professional advocacy is defined as the provision of specialist knowledge of the legal, health and welfare systems, and the ability to use this expertise to represent an individual's view and interests, and assist the individual to get the point across as effectively as possible. Collective advocacy is defined as providing support and advice to a group of people with the same issue or concern. This may be a specific issue-based group, or an on-going support network.

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