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title: "Care at Home - Additional Capacity (Readvertisement)"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-20376443-8e79-4687-b313-41c36fa33de0"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2018-12-24"
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# Care at Home - Additional Capacity (Readvertisement)

Buyer: CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-20376443-8e79-4687-b313-41c36fa33de0

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## Summary

The Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council is currently inviting tenders for the "Care at Home - Additional Capacity (Readvertisement)" project, aimed at enhancing support for older individuals in their homes. This procurement falls under the health services category and is situated in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process is at the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 18th January 2019. The contract is anticipated to commence on 1st February 2019 and will run until 30th September 2019. The method of procurement is open, allowing for wider participation in the tendering process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for service providers that specialise in care services, particularly those that focus on elderly assistance, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses with experience in delivering home care, emotional support, and community engagement would be well-suited to compete for this contract. By participating, these organisations can expand their client base and enhance their service offerings, contributing to improved care for the elderly population in the Cheshire area.

## Notice

Cheshire West and Chester Council are looking increase its capacity to support older people at home and to ensure timely discharge from hospital. Care at Home provision allows people to retain their independence by receiving care and support in their own homes. Care at Home services will include, but are not limited to: Assistance with getting up, going to bed, dressing, washing, bathing, continence management, medication, continence aids, grooming, nutritional and hydration management, oral hygiene, care of nails and hair, and supporting moving and handling. Assistance with shopping, household management, pension/prescription collection and daily routines. Listening and support with social or emotional needs, supporting communication needs, managing household activities and finances. Accessing community activities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd7e05e0-3604-4d49-8f31-fa683d9e7017 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2019 - 30 Sep 2019 |
| 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 | CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHESTER |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH1 2NP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Chester City & the Garden Quarter |
| Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 24 Dec 2018 at 08:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd7e05e0-3604-4d49-8f31-fa683d9e7017

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd7e05e0-3604-4d49-8f31-fa683d9e7017
  24th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=bd11041e-5607-e911-80f0-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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