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title: "HCC - 08/20 - Provision of Communicator Guide and Intervenor Service"
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# HCC - 08/20 - Provision of Communicator Guide and Intervenor Service

Buyer: SUPPLY HERTFORDSHIRE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-314a13a5-1a85-4db0-8557-33e6a2956082

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## Summary

Supply Hertfordshire is currently managing the procurement process for the "HCC - 08/20 - Provision of Communicator Guide and Intervenor Service," which is classified under health and social work services. This open tender is aimed at enhancing support for individuals with sensory impairments across the East of England, with a closing date for submissions set for 5th October 2020. The contract is anticipated to commence on 1st April 2021 and will extend until 31st March 2024. Businesses interested in this opportunity should note that the procurement method is an open procedure, allowing for wider participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health services or community health services, particularly those focused on sensory support and rehabilitation. Companies equipped to provide innovative solutions and assistance to individuals with visual and hearing impairments would be well-suited to compete. The increasing demand for sensory services indicates a strong market potential, especially given the rising number of referrals, primarily amongst the elderly population. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in providing accessible health care and support services may find a profitable venture in this procurement process.

## Notice

The Council has a dedicated in-house County-wide Sensory Services whose focus is on enabling individuals (children & adults) with visual impairment, deaf/ hard of hearing and dual sensory loss to achieve independence. In addition to the in-house Sensory Services Team, the Council commissions two externally provided services to deliver vision and hearing loss support. Services range from peer support and advice, to hearing aid maintenance and equipment. The demand for Sensory Services and their waiting lists have been steadily rising over the past 5 years (an increase of 176% since 2011). Sensory Services received 1,820 referrals in 2017 and the majority of support given was rehabilitative. Over 80% of the referrals received by Sensory Services are people aged over 60. Additional information: To access this opportunity please visit www.supplyhertfordshire.uk TUPE is applicable to this contract Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35dd6e60-f917-4c85-b738-42ebe55f17f9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| 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 | SUPPLY HERTFORDSHIRE |
| Locality | HERTFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG13 8DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | East Hertfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Hertford Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Hertford and Stortford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85100000 - Health services
- 85323000 - Community health services

## Release History

- 3 Sep 2020 at 10:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35dd6e60-f917-4c85-b738-42ebe55f17f9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35dd6e60-f917-4c85-b738-42ebe55f17f9
  3rd September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/supplyhertfordshire/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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