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title: "WSCC AE Social Support Services - AWARD"
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buyer: "WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL (CAP)"
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# WSCC AE Social Support Services - AWARD

Buyer: WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL (CAP)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-027b3756-00f4-4302-97b5-ce3c1c101af7

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## Summary

The West Sussex County Council is currently finalising the award of multiple contracts under the title "WSCC AE Social Support Services," aimed at delivering essential social support services across various regions in West Sussex. This procurement falls under the health and social work services category, specifically targeting areas such as Adur, Arun, Chichester, Crawley, Horsham, Mid Sussex, and Worthing. The contract period is set to commence on 1st July 2021 and run until 30th June 2026, with a total contract value of approximately £10,086,349. The open procedure procurement method was utilised, and an online bidders' briefing was held on 12th January 2021, while the tender period ended on 18th February 2021.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social work and support services, particularly those focused on tackling social isolation and providing care assistance. Companies that are well-suited to compete include established social service providers, local non-profit organisations, and community-focused enterprises that can effectively deliver tailored support within the specified geographical areas. The successful suppliers, including Age UK West Sussex and Guild Care, underscore the importance of experience in social services, making this an appealing venture for firms with a robust track record in these sectors.

## Notice

The Council is seeking to award multiple contracts to ensure the delivery of Social Support Services across the County of West Sussex. The Lot structure is as follows: - Lot 1 Tackling Social Isolation Adur - Lot 2 Tackling Social Isolation Arun - Lot 3 Tackling Social Isolation Chichester - Lot 4 Tackling Social Isolation Crawley - Lot 5 Tackling Social Isolation Horsham - Lot 6 Tackling Social Isolation Mid Sussex - Lot 7 Tackling Social Isolation Worthing - Lot 8 Countywide Take Home and Settle from Hospital - Lot 9 Countywide Support at Home after Hospital - Lot 10 Countywide Information and Advice Service - Lot 11 Countywide PAT VCS Support (North/South/West areas) The Council has scheduled an online Bidders' Briefing session to take place at 10:30 on Tuesday 12th January 2021. All Bidders are recommended to attend; however, attendance is optional. The presentation and any questions and responses provided on the day will be uploaded to the e-Sourcing portal once the session is complete. Please send a message on the e-Sourcing Portal by 5:00pm on Friday 8th January 2021 and advise who from your organisation will be attending along with their contact email address where the invitation can be sent.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/efee61f4-bf97-4391-bf66-94ea7d255e0f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Apr 2021 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2021 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,086,349 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £9,186,177 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL (CAP) |
| Locality | WEST SUSSEX |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO19 1RQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) |
| Local authority | Chichester |
| Electoral ward | Chichester Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chichester |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | AGE UK WEST SUSSEX; GUILD CARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2021 at 10:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/efee61f4-bf97-4391-bf66-94ea7d255e0f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/efee61f4-bf97-4391-bf66-94ea7d255e0f
  29th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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