--- title: "Tender for an In-work benefit advice service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2c4416ce-bdeb-4606-908c-69aefcb23ffc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2c4416ce-bdeb-4606-908c-69aefcb23ffc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2c4416ce-bdeb-4606-908c-69aefcb23ffc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2c4416ce-bdeb-4606-908c-69aefcb23ffc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF BARKING AND DAGENHAM" published: "2017-02-10" --- # Tender for an In-work benefit advice service Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF BARKING AND DAGENHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2c4416ce-bdeb-4606-908c-69aefcb23ffc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2c4416ce-bdeb-4606-908c-69aefcb23ffc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2c4416ce-bdeb-4606-908c-69aefcb23ffc.json) ## Summary The London Borough of Barking and Dagenham is seeking tenders for an In-work Benefit Advice Service to assist residents with advice on tax credits and in-work benefits. This procurement falls under the services category and will be delivered at the Barking and Dagenham Job Shops, located in Barking (IG11 7LU) and Dagenham (RM10 8RE), for a total budget of £49,999. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with submissions due by 5pm on Friday, 3 March 2017. The service is expected to commence on 1 April 2017 and run until 31 March 2018, with the option to extend for an additional year. This tender presents a solid opportunity for businesses specialising in welfare advice, financial consulting, or employment support services, particularly those experienced in working with local authorities or community organisations. Firms that can provide knowledgeable staff capable of delivering tailored advice and comprehensive information to residents will be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this process could enhance business growth by fostering relationships with local governments and embedding services that directly impact community welfare. ## Notice The London Borough of Barking and Dagenham wishes to commission a service providing in-work benefits and tax credits advice and support to residents of the borough. The service will be delivered within the Council's Job Shops which offer an employment support service to around 1,800 residents each year. About this opportunity This service will provide residents with a better off calculation along with comprehensive advice and information about the in-work benefits and tax credits they are eligible to claim upon moving into work. The service will be delivered 1.5 days in total each week alternating across the following key sites: Barking Job Shop Ground Floor Barking Learning Centre 2 Town Square Barking IG11 7LU Dagenham Job Shop First Floor Dagenham Library 1 Church Elm Lane Dagenham RM10 8RE The total budget available for 2017-18 is a maximum of PS24,500. The service should start on 1 April 2017 and conclude on 31 March 2018. However, subject to mutual agreement there is a one year opt-in to continue delivery of the contract under the same terms to 31 March 2019. An identifiable and agreed methodology is acceptable for core costs. The selection process All applicants must complete the questions identified in the tender document and email their responses to kerry.prestedge@lbbd.gov.uk The deadline for tender submissions is 5pm on Friday 3 March 2017 The successful application will be notified by no later than Friday 10 March 2017. For questions regarding this tender, and to obtain a copy of the tender document, please contact Kerry Prestedge at kerry.prestedge@lbbd.gov.uk Questions can be answered by e-mail only, and must be emailed by 5pm on Monday 27 February ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f80460d-401b-45b2-a0eb-7eee95a984b2 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not applicable | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Feb 2017 | | Submission deadline | 3 Mar 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £49,999 | | 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 | LONDON BOROUGH OF BARKING AND DAGENHAM | | Locality | BARKING | | Post town | Ilford | | Postcode | IG11 7LU | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI5 Outer London - East and North East | | ITL 3 | TLI52 Barking & Dagenham and Havering | | Local authority | Barking and Dagenham | | Electoral ward | Abbey | | Westminster constituency | Barking | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services ### Codes - 75310000 - Benefit services ## Release History - 10 Feb 2017 at 11:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f80460d-401b-45b2-a0eb-7eee95a984b2 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f80460d-401b-45b2-a0eb-7eee95a984b2 10th February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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