This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

31 Jul 2019 at 01:00

Tender

20 Dec 2018 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Argyll and Bute Council is seeking a single provider for "Advice Services - Debt Counselling and Welfare Rights" as part of an open tender process aimed at delivering essential services to vulnerable residents in the Argyll and Bute area. This process, currently at the award stage, has a contract value of approximately £210,980 and was officially signed on 10 June 2019. The service provider must adhere to the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers, ensuring that quality and compliance are maintained throughout the contract duration. The delivery of services will primarily take place within the Argyll and Bute region, with all bids submitted electronically by the specified deadline.

This opportunity presents significant potential for growth, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in financial counselling and welfare rights advice. Businesses that can demonstrate compliance with the Financial Conduct Authority’s regulations, possess the necessary insurance, and have relevant experience in delivering similar services will be well-positioned to compete. The focus on providing services to vulnerable populations ensures that this contract aligns with organisations dedicated to social impact, making it an ideal opportunity for businesses looking to expand their community support services.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Advice Services - Debt Counselling and Welfare Rights

Notice Description

The Council is seeking a single provider of free debt counselling and welfare rights advice with a particular focus on prevention and intervention to people resident in the Argyll and Bute Council area who are vulnerable at the point of access. This service will form part of a range of advice services, which will comprise services delivered by free national/local advice resources; the Council/its Partners; other third party agencies and the Provider of the services detailed in this contract. This service will be provided in line with the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers (SNSIAP) and the provider will be accredited by the relevant schemes as administered and introduced by the Scottish Legal Aid Board or equivalent standards.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council is seeking a single provider of free debt counselling and welfare rights advice with a particular focus on prevention and intervention to people resident in the Argyll and Bute Council area who are vulnerable at the point of access. This service will form part of a range of advice services, which will comprise services delivered by free national/local advice resources; the Council/its Partners; other third party agencies and the Provider of the services detailed in this contract. This service will be provided in line with the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers (SNSIAP) and the provider will be accredited by the relevant schemes as administered and introduced by the Scottish Legal Aid Board or equivalent standards.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The contract may be extended for up to 12 months at the discretion of the Council and subject to the terms of the relevant contract clause. Please note that the contract value is for the maximum term of 4 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000568198
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG362088
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

75110000 - General public services

79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services

79140000 - Legal advisory and information services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£211,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£211,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£210,980 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jun 20197 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
January 2023

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Argyll and Bute Council
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Postcode Area
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute, TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Argyll and Bute Citizens Advice Bureau

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC340720
    Advice Services - Debt Counselling and Welfare Rights - The Council is seeking a single provider of free debt counselling and welfare rights advice with a particular focus on prevention and intervention to people resident in the Argyll and Bute Council area who are vulnerable at the point of access. This service will form part of a range of advice services, which will comprise services delivered by free national/local advice resources; the Council/its Partners; other third party agencies and the Provider of the services detailed in this contract. This service will be provided in line with the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers (SNSIAP) and the provider will be accredited by the relevant schemes as administered and introduced by the Scottish Legal Aid Board or equivalent standards.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG362088
    Advice Services - Debt Counselling and Welfare Rights - The Council is seeking a single provider of free debt counselling and welfare rights advice with a particular focus on prevention and intervention to people resident in the Argyll and Bute Council area who are vulnerable at the point of access. This service will form part of a range of advice services, which will comprise services delivered by free national/local advice resources; the Council/its Partners; other third party agencies and the Provider of the services detailed in this contract. This service will be provided in line with the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers (SNSIAP) and the provider will be accredited by the relevant schemes as administered and introduced by the Scottish Legal Aid Board or equivalent standards.

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