--- title: "SCC SS IMCA (Independent Mental Capacity Act) and Non Instructed Care Act Advocacy" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-153f823e-1504-4ca7-a88f-e6b4731cd1a9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-153f823e-1504-4ca7-a88f-e6b4731cd1a9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-153f823e-1504-4ca7-a88f-e6b4731cd1a9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-153f823e-1504-4ca7-a88f-e6b4731cd1a9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SE SHARED SERVICES" published: "2017-09-04" --- # SCC SS IMCA (Independent Mental Capacity Act) and Non Instructed Care Act Advocacy Buyer: SE SHARED SERVICES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-153f823e-1504-4ca7-a88f-e6b4731cd1a9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-153f823e-1504-4ca7-a88f-e6b4731cd1a9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-153f823e-1504-4ca7-a88f-e6b4731cd1a9.json) ## Summary The SE Shared Services is seeking bids for the provision of Independent Mental Capacity Act (IMCA) and Non Instructed Care Act Advocacy services, targeting support for individuals in Surrey. This opportunities, identified as tender SCC - 016032, falls under the health and social work services category, and is currently in the tender stage. The submission deadline for bids is 9th October 2017, with the contract expected to commence on 1st April 2018 and run until 1st April 2020. This tender process employs an open procurement method, inviting all eligible providers to compete. This tender presents a significant opportunity for organisations specialising in health and social care services, especially those focused on advocacy and mental health support. Businesses with experience in providing advocacy services under the Mental Capacity Act or those working with vulnerable groups will find this contract particularly aligned with their capabilities. By participating in this competitive process, successful bidders can secure ongoing contracts that contribute to the welfare of individuals requiring mental capacity assistance in the Surrey area, thus fostering growth and expanding their service outreach. ## Notice This is a notice for social and specific services in accordance with Directive 2014/24/EU Article 74 ------------------------------------------------------------------ In 2005 the Parliament passed the Mental Capacity Act (MCA). Under this legislation, Surrey County Council has a statutory responsibility to commission Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA) services as required and as such, is seeking a third party to provide these services to people living in Surrey. The Relevant Authority must or may make arrangements under sections 35 - 41 of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 to enable the appointment of Independent Mental Capacity Advocates (IMCA), to be available to represent and support people to whom acts or decisions under sections 37, 38 and 39 of the Act relate or who meet the requirements under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (Independent Mental Capacity Advocates) (Expansion Of Role) Regulations 2006 (Si 2006/2883) Additional information: This tender is to be completed electronically using the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal. https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities The SE Shared Services eSourcing portal provides a web-based tool that provides a simple, secure and efficient means for managing tendering and quotation activities reducing the time and effort required for both buyers and Potential Bidders. The portal allows for tender clarifications and submitting your bid electronically. In order to bid for this opportunity you will need to register your company on the SE Shared Services portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e14d2af5-3803-4914-abfe-9c075eb0ea44 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Sep 2017 | | Submission deadline | 9 Oct 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2018 - 1 Apr 2020 | | 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 | SE SHARED SERVICES | | Locality | SURREY | | Post town | Kingston upon Thames | | Postcode | KT1 2DN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI6 Outer London - South | | ITL 3 | TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton | | Local authority | Kingston upon Thames | | Electoral ward | Kingston Town | | Westminster constituency | Kingston and Surbiton | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 4 Sep 2017 at 14:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e14d2af5-3803-4914-abfe-9c075eb0ea44 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e14d2af5-3803-4914-abfe-9c075eb0ea44 4th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sesharedservices/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.surreycc.gov.uk - https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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