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title: "Independent Medical Assessments in Relation to Blue Badges"
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# Independent Medical Assessments in Relation to Blue Badges

Buyer: BLACKPOOL COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1b19eb4b-d1e5-4fb2-8205-4f477df8658d

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## Summary

Blackpool Council is seeking a supplier for "Independent Medical Assessments in Relation to Blue Badges". This request pertains to medical analysis services within the healthcare industry, specifically focusing on assessing an individual's eligibility for a blue badge. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 19th February 2021. The anticipated contract duration will run from 1st April 2021 until 31st March 2023, with possible extensions available for a further two years, pending budget reviews and contract assessments.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in medical assessment services. Businesses with experience in providing healthcare evaluations, especially those familiar with the blue badge application process, are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement can enhance service portfolios and foster growth within the healthcare sector, specifically addressing the accessibility needs of residents in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

## Notice

Blackpool Council wishes to appoint a supplier to provide independent medical assessments to assess an applicant's eligibility for blue badges 'subject to further assessment'. Information submitted by the applicant on the application form and discussed with Customer Service Advisors, as well as any supporting information provided from medical practitioners will be forwarded to the successful bidder to determine the assessment. It is anticipated that the contract term will be 1st April 2021 to 31st March 2023 with the option to extend incrementally for a period of 1 + 1 years (subject to contract review and budget availability).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27b96ea0-b07c-4f3d-aa27-0e068cc0e772 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| 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 | BLACKPOOL COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY1 3AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Talbot |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85121200 - Medical specialist services
- 85148000 - Medical analysis services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2021 at 15:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27b96ea0-b07c-4f3d-aa27-0e068cc0e772
- 22 Jan 2021 at 11:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3ea75dd-10cc-42a0-b2ca-cc38857f167b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27b96ea0-b07c-4f3d-aa27-0e068cc0e772
  22nd January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3ea75dd-10cc-42a0-b2ca-cc38857f167b
  22nd January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=188fd6ad-8a5c-eb11-8106-005056b64545
  Link

## Notice URLs

- http://www.blackpool.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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