--- title: "Provision of Outsourced Deaf Support Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2bf2739f-12e8-4f88-a366-d044729c3e41" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2bf2739f-12e8-4f88-a366-d044729c3e41" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2bf2739f-12e8-4f88-a366-d044729c3e41.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2bf2739f-12e8-4f88-a366-d044729c3e41.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES" published: "2018-01-11" --- # Provision of Outsourced Deaf Support Services Buyer: FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2bf2739f-12e8-4f88-a366-d044729c3e41 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2bf2739f-12e8-4f88-a366-d044729c3e41) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2bf2739f-12e8-4f88-a366-d044729c3e41.json) ## Summary The Further Education Colleges, located in Solihull, West Midlands, is currently in the Tender stage of the procurement process for the "Provision of Outsourced Deaf Support Services." This service involves Community Support Worker placements and the option for British Sign Language interpreters. The tender was published on 19 December 2017, with submissions due by 26 January 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 1 September 2018 and will last until 31 August 2021. The procurement is classified under Interpretation services and follows a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure, due to its value being above threshold requirements. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the disability support services sector, particularly those that provide Community Support Workers or BSL interpreters. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage in this process, as they may bring innovative approaches and tailored services that align with the needs of the college. Businesses that are well-suited for participation include those with expertise in disability inclusion, customer service, and training for staff in supportive communication methods. Companies interested should register on In-Tend to access the necessary documents and further details for application. ## Notice The College has reviewed its arrangements for Deaf Support Services and to ensure compliance to EU Procurement Regulations is now re-tendering for an Outsourced Deaf Support Services comprising primarily of Community Support Worker "CSW" placement with an option for British Sign Language "BSL" Interpreters, as required. Additional information: Please register on In-Tend http://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/fe/aspx/home (for free) to access documents and apply. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/542c491a-a8b1-44f6-a784-f7d5b8183e85 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Jan 2018 | | Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2018 - 31 Aug 2021 | | 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 | FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES | | Locality | WEST MIDLAND | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B91 1BS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG32 Solihull | | Local authority | Solihull | | Electoral ward | Olton | | Westminster constituency | Solihull West and Shirley | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79540000 - Interpretation services ## Release History - 11 Jan 2018 at 12:46 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/542c491a-a8b1-44f6-a784-f7d5b8183e85 - 19 Dec 2017 at 10:57 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/542c491a-a8b1-44f6-a784-f7d5b8183e85 - 19 Dec 2017 at 10:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/542c491a-a8b1-44f6-a784-f7d5b8183e85 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/542c491a-a8b1-44f6-a784-f7d5b8183e85 11th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/fe/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/fe/aspx/home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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