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title: "Partnership Board Administration, Development and Support (PADS)"
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# Partnership Board Administration, Development and Support (PADS)

Buyer: THURROCK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0850bbe8-05c3-4d25-b894-1eb0d9fb8524

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## Summary

Thurrock Council is inviting tenders for the "Partnership Board Administration, Development and Support (PADS)" contract. This procurement, classified under "Administrative social services" (CPV: 85321000), aims to deliver comprehensive community engagement, facilitate Partnership Boards, support customer experience activities, and provide the necessary administrative backing. The contract will cover delivery in a broad range of regions including the UK, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and internationally. Currently in the tender stage, the procurement method is an open procedure, with applications closing on 25th November 2024. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2025, concluding on 31st March 2028, with a total value of £198,926 GBP.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in community engagement, administrative support, or those with expertise in health and social care services. Given that the contract specifically welcomes applications from SMEs and VCSEs, it creates a level playing field for smaller entities to compete. Businesses capable of managing and developing Partnership Boards, facilitating community-driven initiatives, and providing detailed administrative support will find this contract particularly aligned with their capabilities, offering significant potential for business growth and enhanced regional service impact.

## Notice

The Council is seeking a provider that can deliver a service that will proactively lead on: o Community engagement, and co-production o Developing, facilitating, and building capacity around Partnership Boards o Supporting and facilitating customer experience activities o Providing administrative support to minute and facilitate these discussions. The service will empower people accessing services to voice their options, shape and influence said services and to provide feedback directly to members. This service will align with Thurrock's overarching Integrated Care Strategy, A Case for Further Change's vision for the health and care system built on the concept and principles of Human Learning Systems. Further information can be found in the tender documentation. Additional information: Applications must be made through In-Tend. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d19bcc9e-c3cf-42ba-bbde-7191c3b207cc |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £198,926 |
| 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 | THURROCK COUNCIL |
| Locality | ESSEX |
| Post town | Romford |
| Postcode | RM17 6SL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH32 Thurrock |
| Local authority | Thurrock |
| Electoral ward | Grays Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Thurrock |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85321000 - Administrative social services

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2024 at 13:01 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d19bcc9e-c3cf-42ba-bbde-7191c3b207cc
- 23 Oct 2024 at 12:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d19bcc9e-c3cf-42ba-bbde-7191c3b207cc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d19bcc9e-c3cf-42ba-bbde-7191c3b207cc
  23rd October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/thurrockcouncil/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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