--- title: "Information Advice and Advocacy Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1169da04-89cf-4fd1-b6d9-21e9584479c3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1169da04-89cf-4fd1-b6d9-21e9584479c3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1169da04-89cf-4fd1-b6d9-21e9584479c3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1169da04-89cf-4fd1-b6d9-21e9584479c3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2021-10-04" --- # Information Advice and Advocacy Services Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1169da04-89cf-4fd1-b6d9-21e9584479c3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1169da04-89cf-4fd1-b6d9-21e9584479c3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1169da04-89cf-4fd1-b6d9-21e9584479c3.json) ## Summary The Norfolk County Council is seeking service providers for the tender titled "Information Advice and Advocacy Services". This procurement, categorised under health and social work services, is currently in the active tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 14th November 2021. The contract period will commence on 1st April 2022 and conclude on 31st March 2025. The procurement method is an open procedure, indicating that all interested parties may submit their bids through the Council's electronic procurement system, with further details and registration available online. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the health and social work sector to expand their operations in Norfolk. Businesses that are well-suited to participate include those offering information and advice services, especially those experienced in working with third sector organisations. The procurement offers a chance to engage in a remodelled service offer, enabling successful bidders to contribute to the independence and well-being of the local community, thereby creating a sustainable growth avenue through public service contracts. ## Notice Good Information and advice are core to supporting people to remain as independent as possible which in turn helps people lead healthier and more independent lives. In Norfolk we commission a range of advice services that support a range of services delivered by third sector organisations through a partnership approach. The current information, advice and advocacy contracts are approaching the final 6 months of duration and the Council are seeking to appoint service providers to deliver a remodelled service offer. Additional information: This procurement will be managed electronically via the Council's e-procurement system. To participate in this procurement, applicants must first be registered on the system at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles. Once registered you will be able to see the procurement project under the 'tenders' section and 'express an interest' to view the documentation. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the In-tend support team by phoning +44 8442728810 or e-mailing support@in-tend.co.uk. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc4173c3-3c84-46d9-b380-fceb025d367e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Oct 2021 | | Submission deadline | 14 Nov 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 | | 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 | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | NORFOLK | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR1 2DH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk | | ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk | | Local authority | Norwich | | Electoral ward | Lakenham | | Westminster constituency | Norwich South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 4 Oct 2021 at 15:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc4173c3-3c84-46d9-b380-fceb025d367e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc4173c3-3c84-46d9-b380-fceb025d367e 4th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.norfolk.gov.uk - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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