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title: "WHC - Disabled Adaptations"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-49cbfb12-ba72-4335-a526-311c4a13a121"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SUPPLY HERTFORDSHIRE"
published: "2020-06-29"
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# WHC - Disabled Adaptations

Buyer: SUPPLY HERTFORDSHIRE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49cbfb12-ba72-4335-a526-311c4a13a121

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## Summary

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council is currently seeking experienced contractors for the "WHC - Disabled Adaptations" project, focused on constructing necessary adaptations for both private and public sector housing. This procurement is at the Tender stage, with a tender period ending on 31st July 2020. The project has a planned contract period from 1st April 2021 to 31st March 2024 and is located in Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom. The estimated value of the project is £4 million, with a minimum investment of £3 million. The procurement method is selective, following a restricted procedure above the threshold.

This procurement presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, particularly those experienced in adaptations for the disabled, internal modifications such as bathroom and kitchen alterations, and external modifications including ramps and safety installations. The ongoing budget for these adaptations is approximately £1 million annually, showcasing a consistent commitment to improving housing accessibility. Contractors with experience in public sector contracts and a strong understanding of compliance processes related to grant funding will be well-suited to compete for this opportunity.

## Notice

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council is seeking an experienced Contractor to undertake disabled adaptations to both Private and Public Sector Housing. Due to current contractual arrangements, the exterior adaptations contract will not commence until 1st April 2022, with Interior Adaptations commencing on 1st April 2021 The scope of works include: Internal adaptations - Adapted Bathrooms/wetrooms and kitchens , door widening , (stair- lifts, tracking hoists and through floor lifts in Private Sector Housing) External adaptations - installation of grab bars / Balustrades and concrete ramps to the external areas of housing - extensions to form bedrooms and/or washing facilities) The works are carried out in both council stock and private sector housing. Whilst the works will be to the same specification, there are differences regarding the application and approval process: Council stock - In case of need the resident will be referred to an occupational therapist who will assess the situation and recommend changes to the accommodation. The council will then be responsible for making the changes (through this contract). Private Sector Housing - The council receive referrals from Occupational Therapist and provide a service of adaptations for non-council tenants. In addition the contractor will have to promote and administer this system which will include means testing for grant funding and administering the completion of valid applications with the supporting documentation The current Capital budget is approximately PS1,000,000 per annum with an additional revenue spend of approximately PS250,000 per annum. Please note that these are current predicted budgets but not a guarantee of spend IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 53 OF THE PUBLIC CONTRACTS REGULATIONS , THE DRAFT TENDER DOCUMENTS ARE INCLUDED< BUT SHOULD NOT BE COMPLETED AT THE APPLICATION STAGE Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jun 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000,000 |
| 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 | HERTS |
| Post town | St Albans |
| Postcode | AL8 6AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Welwyn Hatfield |
| Electoral ward | Handside |
| Westminster constituency | Welwyn Hatfield |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 33196200 - Devices for the disabled
- 45211100 - Construction work for houses
- 45211200 - Sheltered housing construction work

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2020 at 08:53 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 29 Jun 2020 at 08:53 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 29 Jun 2020 at 08:53 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 29 Jun 2020 at 08:49 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 29 Jun 2020 at 08:49 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 29 Jun 2020 at 08:48 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 26 Jun 2020 at 07:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 26 Jun 2020 at 07:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 26 Jun 2020 at 07:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 26 Jun 2020 at 07:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 26 Jun 2020 at 07:29 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 26 Jun 2020 at 07:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 26 Jun 2020 at 07:27 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 24 Jun 2020 at 08:48 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
- 24 Jun 2020 at 08:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ddb07c5-5358-48e8-b64e-29719fa8fc35
  29th June 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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