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title: "604 - Development of a Collaborative Infrastructure Body within Wigan Borough VCFSE Sector"
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# 604 - Development of a Collaborative Infrastructure Body within Wigan Borough VCFSE Sector

Buyer: WIGAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-34865a50-bfe2-4ca5-9c8b-daf7328bceb6

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## Summary

Wigan Council has completed the procurement process for the development of a Collaborative Infrastructure Body within the Wigan Borough VCFSE Sector. The tender, titled "604 - Development of a Collaborative Infrastructure Body within Wigan Borough VCFSE Sector", falls under the industry category of Health and Social Work services (CPV: 85000000). The contract, valued at £180,000, covers services across England, United Kingdom. The direct award procurement method was used, and the contract period spans from 1 November 2024 to 31 May 2026. This procurement stage is currently in the Award phase, with the award notice published on 7 November 2024.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sectors, especially those with expertise in health and social work services. The project aims to establish a robust collaborative infrastructure within the Wigan Borough, creating significant scope for collaboration and growth. SMEs and VCFSEs, such as the awarded supplier Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh, are well-positioned to leverage this project to enhance their service offerings and strengthen their market presence within the public sector. Businesses will benefit from this long-term contract, aiding in strategic planning and sustainable development.

## Notice

Contract for the provision of a Collaborative Infrastructure Body within the Wigan Borough Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) Sector.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ee28901-490b-4889-b130-316151e1adc2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2024 - 31 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £180,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WIGAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | WIGAN |
| Post town | Wigan |
| Postcode | WN1 1YN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD36 Greater Manchester North West |
| Local authority | Wigan |
| Electoral ward | Wigan Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wigan |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HEALTHWATCH WIGAN AND LEIGH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 7 Nov 2024 at 17:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ee28901-490b-4889-b130-316151e1adc2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ee28901-490b-4889-b130-316151e1adc2
  7th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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