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title: "NURSING AND CARE SERVICES FOR A 4 BEDDED UNIT FOR PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND/OR AUTISM WITH BEHAVIOURS THAT MAY CHALLENGE"
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# NURSING AND CARE SERVICES FOR A 4 BEDDED UNIT FOR PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND/OR AUTISM WITH BEHAVIOURS THAT MAY CHALLENGE

Buyer: NHS MIDLANDS AND LANCASHIRE CSU  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-01507219-bc20-450d-a238-ab0a9192616a

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by NHS Midlands and Lancashire CSU, seeking qualified providers for "Nursing and Care Services for a 4 Bedded Unit for People with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism with Behaviours that May Challenge." This service is categorized under health and social work services and is located in Telford, West Midlands, England. The procurement method is an open procedure, currently at the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 12:00 on 11th July 2017. The contract is expected to start on 1st February 2018, lasting for three years initially, with possible extension for an additional two years.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth in the health and social care sector, particularly for providers specialising in services for individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Businesses that are experienced in delivering specialised assessment, treatment, and support services, including those promoting independence and self-worth for their clients, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The expected annual budget allocation of £444,000 underscores the potential for financial engagement in this sector.

## Notice

The Commissioner wishes to receive responses to the Invitation to Tender (ITT) from suitably qualified and experienced providers who can deliver Assessment and Treatment for people with Learning Disabilities and or Autism, whose behaviours may challenge. Aim of the service is to provide 24/7 365 days per year, specialist assessment, treatment and support for people with LD and or autism whose behaviours challenge. Objectives:- * To reduce an individuals' challenging behaviours * To reduce the reliance on medication to manage behaviour problems. * To improve independent living skills * To promote and empower an individual's confidence and self worth * To support the individual to take control of theory own lives where possible * To support those with reduced ability to be or stay safe in a community setting The local vision is that Service Users with Learning Disabilities/Autism with behaviours that may challenge shall be supported to have improved and meaningful lives in line with 'Building the Right Support (NHSE, 2015). The Community Based Care Service is to have a local four-bedded unit to support the Service Users. This unit shall support two Service Users with long term needs who require support and interventions to stay safe in the community; one step -down bed from secure and or locked services and one bed for emergency short term assessment and treatment. This small unit shall work in an individual person centred manner. Each Service User shall have their own individualised care plan. Telford & Wrekin CCG is seeking a provider for the care, assessment and treatment of people in this unit. Please note that the premises for this Service are already in place. The contract duration is for an initial period of three years, with an option to extend for a period of a further two years subject to the Commissioner's discretion. The contract shall formally commence on 1st February 2018. NHS Telford and Wrekin CCG Fixed Financial Budget is PS444,000 per annum (PS404,000 fixed and PS40,000 variable subject to achievement of KPIs). Additional information: NHS Telford and Wrekin CCG Fixed Financial Budget is PS444,000 per annum (PS404,000 fixed and PS40,000 variable subject to achievement of KPIs). Candidates wishing to be considered must register their interest and provide additional procurement specific information by submitting an Invitation to Tender (ITT) via the Bravo Electronic Sourcing system as follows: 1) Candidates should register on the portal https://mlcsu.bravosolution.co.uk (registration and use of the website is free of charge). 2) Once registered, candidates must Express their Interest by a) Logging into the Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit eTendering portal b) Selecting response to ITT, c) Select Open Access ITT, d) search for and access listing related to this contract (ITT Ref: 463) and view details, e) click on Express Interest link. 3) Once you have expressed your interest, please access the My ITTs page, where you can download documentation (if required) and construct your reply, as instructed. You must submit your reply via the website by no later than hours on 12:00, 11th July 2017. For technical support in submitting your Expression of Interest or registering on the 'Bravo Solution' Electronic Sourcing system please contact the Bravo Solution help desk via Tel: 0800 368 4850 or e-mail: help@bravosolution.co.uk All communications from Bidders (including their Bidder Members) during the period of the Procurement must be directed to MLCSU via the 'messaging' area within the MLCSU online procurement portal: https://mlcsu.bravosolution.co.uk Strictly no other forms of communication to MLCSU or the Commissioner will be accepted (including telephone calls, postal queries/submissions, faxes or email communications).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/016f17aa-5181-4d61-a8ce-7f91ce4a503e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jul 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2018 - 31 Jan 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS MIDLANDS AND LANCASHIRE CSU |
| Locality | TELFORD |
| Post town | Telford |
| Postcode | TF7 4QQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG21 Telford and Wrekin |
| Local authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Electoral ward | Madeley & Sutton Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Telford |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 14 Jun 2017 at 15:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/016f17aa-5181-4d61-a8ce-7f91ce4a503e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/016f17aa-5181-4d61-a8ce-7f91ce4a503e
  14th June 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://mlcsu.bravosolution.co.uk

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