--- title: "CCCC18A85 - Provision of Consultancy for Blue Badge Guidance for Local Authorities" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-17fcfa2c-dbff-4b70-a2b7-5b9df7e069e9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-17fcfa2c-dbff-4b70-a2b7-5b9df7e069e9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-17fcfa2c-dbff-4b70-a2b7-5b9df7e069e9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-17fcfa2c-dbff-4b70-a2b7-5b9df7e069e9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE" published: "2018-10-09" --- # CCCC18A85 - Provision of Consultancy for Blue Badge Guidance for Local Authorities Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-17fcfa2c-dbff-4b70-a2b7-5b9df7e069e9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-17fcfa2c-dbff-4b70-a2b7-5b9df7e069e9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-17fcfa2c-dbff-4b70-a2b7-5b9df7e069e9.json) ## Summary The Crown Commercial Service is seeking tenders for the "Provision of Consultancy for Blue Badge Guidance for Local Authorities," aimed at updating the guidance to include hidden disabilities. This project falls under the advisory services industry, specifically classified as feasibility studies and consultancy. The procurement process is currently in the active stage of tendering, with submissions due by 16th October 2018. The contract is anticipated to commence on 1st November 2018, lasting until 4th February 2019. The contract value is set at £115,000, and the procurement method is an open procedure, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses that specialise in consultancy services related to public sector guidance, particularly those experienced in working with disability-focused frameworks. Companies offering business analysis, project management, or advisory services would be best positioned to compete for this contract. Businesses interested in this opportunity should ensure they are registered with the Crown Commercial Service's e-Sourcing Suite, as providing a comprehensive proposal will be essential for success in this procurement process. ## Notice The Authority seeks to appoint a Supplier to redraft Chapter 4 of the current Blue Badge Scheme guidance to include hidden disabilities. This will detail who might qualify, the factors that local authorities should consider in assessing a person's eligibility; and which healthcare professionals might fulfil appropriately the "eligibility assessor" role. The guidance will be drafted by the Supplier in co-operation with the Authority's policy team, who will have final say on content, but will take into account the views of The Disabled Persons Transport Advisory Committee and medical experts as presented by the Potential Provider. A full description can be found in the Appendix B - Statement of Requirements The customer has agreed to an extension to the tender submission deadline of 16th October 2016 therefore the event has been reopened. Additional information: How to apply Instructions to Potential Providers: Potential Providers must first be registered on the Crown Commercial Service e-Sourcing Suite in order to respond to the Procurement. If you have not yet registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS e-Sourcing'. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so at the Invitation to Tender stage. Potential Providers should note that it could take up to 10 working days to obtain a DUNS number. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at: http://gps.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respond-tender Once you have registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, you will need to express your interest by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@Crowncommercial.gov.uk Your email must clearly state: - name/reference of this procurement - the name of the registered supplier; and - the name and contact details Crown Commercial Service will then process your registration and assign your organisation to the opportunity. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. It is advised however that Potential Providers register as soon as practically possible in order to receive the Invitation to Tender and have a sufficient amount of time to respond. Crown Commercial Service is not able to offer any extensions to the advertised procurement timetable. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact the Helpdesk: Freephone: 0345 010 3503 Email: supplier@Crowncommercial.gov.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1700c89-9f4b-4b6d-b9c9-ab54c504f6a2 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Oct 2018 | | Submission deadline | 16 Oct 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2018 - 4 Feb 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £115,000 | | 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE | | Locality | LIVERPOOL | | Post town | Liverpool | | Postcode | L3 9PP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside | | ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool | | Local authority | Liverpool | | Electoral ward | City Centre North | | Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis - 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services - 72224000 - Project management consultancy services - 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services ## Release History - 9 Oct 2018 at 09:19 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1700c89-9f4b-4b6d-b9c9-ab54c504f6a2 - 20 Sep 2018 at 10:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1700c89-9f4b-4b6d-b9c9-ab54c504f6a2 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1700c89-9f4b-4b6d-b9c9-ab54c504f6a2 9th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e1ff5b69-5c4a-4c0e-b839-7f9b1ef0cc3c Appendix A Terms of Participation - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fc5be83c-9904-4953-a444-adaec0236ca8 Appendix B Statement of Requirements - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/13f50a6e-3da9-4cff-8d97-fa6f1ad531ac Appendix C - Short Form Terms and Conditions for Services - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/37d399cd-1c6d-4afd-a660-1352655c8585 Appendix D - Response Guidance - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b0bd1b66-fa0f-4c13-bc1f-1e0ff04958f7 Appendix E - Price Schedule - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/95b7a0fe-72f3-4561-8110-dabf87da8f1b Invitation To Tender - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c4680696-172d-4655-a974-862354a217a6 Updated Appendix B - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7c5f38db-200d-4a52-9278-daa56d284e3c Updated ITT - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fe0b2d8f-8122-42c1-b822-e69d854283de Updated Appendix D ## Notice URLs - http://gps.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respond-tender - https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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