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Adult Carer Support Service

ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Aberdeen City Council is currently conducting a tender for the "Adult Carer Support Service," aimed at providing essential support to adult carers in Aberdeen, Scotland. This tender process is at the planning stage, with an end date for submissions set for 25th March 2020. The total contract value is £1,469,920 and is classified under the services category. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing participation from interested businesses.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the health and social care sector, particularly those specialising in support services for adult carers. Companies offering innovative solutions that enhance the accessibility and variety of care supports will be especially suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, organisations with experience in navigating legislative frameworks related to care under the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016 will find this tender aligns with their expertise, enabling them to contribute effectively to the needs of adult carers in the city.

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Notice Title

Adult Carer Support Service

Notice Description

The Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership require to carry out a tender to continue to support adult carers. The requirement is for the provision of support services that will encompass relevant legislative provisions under the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016 and deliver on the best value commitment. The purpose of the service is to increase the accessibility, availability and variety of supports available to all adult carers in Aberdeen City.

Lot Information

Lot 1: Carers Support Service - Adult Carers over the age of 18 years

Lot 1: Carers Support Service - Adult Carers over the age of 18 years This service will work innovatively to co design services which enable the early identification of carers, and ensure accessibility to services and information to a wide range of people.

Lot 2 Carer Support Service - Enhanced service for Adult Carers over the age of 18 years

Lot 2 Carer Support Service - Enhanced service for Adult Carers over the age of 18 years A service meeting all of the outcomes laid out in 1.4 of the service specification, and one which fulfils the requirements of 1.5.1 of the specification but in a situation where there is an added complexity. This could be the complexity of the cared for person, or where there is a co-dependency within a relationship between carer and cared for person, and more intensive and specialist support is required. Complexity of presentation will vary but could include: - Complexity due to substance or alcohol misuse - Complexity due to mental health condition which may include dementia.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000613389
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380724
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,469,920 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,469,920 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20206 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nestephenson@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1467530600

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB379840
    Adult Carer Support Service - The Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership require to carry out a tender to continue to support adult carers. The requirement is for the provision of support services that will encompass relevant legislative provisions under the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016 and deliver on the best value commitment. The purpose of the service is to increase the accessibility, availability and variety of supports available to all adult carers in Aberdeen City.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380724
    Adult Carer Support Service - The Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership require to carry out a tender to continue to support adult carers. The requirement is for the provision of support services that will encompass relevant legislative provisions under the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016 and deliver on the best value commitment. The purpose of the service is to increase the accessibility, availability and variety of supports available to all adult carers in Aberdeen City.

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