--- title: "Independent Support to Foster Carers (2019)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-506ead84-295e-4adb-a3c2-fef4fc9c1020" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-506ead84-295e-4adb-a3c2-fef4fc9c1020" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-506ead84-295e-4adb-a3c2-fef4fc9c1020.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-506ead84-295e-4adb-a3c2-fef4fc9c1020.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2019-04-05" --- # Independent Support to Foster Carers (2019) Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-506ead84-295e-4adb-a3c2-fef4fc9c1020 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-506ead84-295e-4adb-a3c2-fef4fc9c1020) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-506ead84-295e-4adb-a3c2-fef4fc9c1020.json) ## Summary The Independent Support to Foster Carers (2019) tender has been initiated by Hampshire County Council, inviting applications for the provision of social work and related services. This open procurement process is currently underway, with a deadline for submissions set for 12:00 hrs on Friday, 12 April 2019. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1 June 2019 and will last for two years, with the possibility of extending for up to four additional years. Businesses interested in this opportunity are encouraged to register on the In-Tend platform and submit their tender documents by the specified deadline. The project's total estimated value is £180,000 and it is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom, specifically in Winchester. This tender presents a significant opportunity for organisations specialising in social services, particularly those experienced in working with foster carers. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the tender is designed to be inclusive. By delivering essential support and representation for foster carers in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, businesses in this sector can not only secure a valuable contract but also enhance their reputations and expand their client bases within the public sector. ## Notice Hampshire County Council invites applications from suitably experienced organisations who wish to be considered for the provision of timely, responsive, independent information, advice, representation and support to Hampshire County Council and Isle of Wight Council foster carers, ensuring they have appropriate information and support to communicate their views in formal settings within the process and management of allegations against carers. The Contract will commence on 1 June 2019 and will be for a period of two years with the option to extend for two further two years. Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire, and complete and submit the tender return document together with any supporting information requested by 12:00 hrs on Friday 12 April 2019. 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/4b1cabd5-08c3-419c-a142-7f40201a4bd3 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Apr 2019 | | Submission deadline | 12 Apr 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2019 - 31 May 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £180,000 | | 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 | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO23 8UJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire | | Local authority | Winchester | | Electoral ward | St Michael | | Westminster constituency | Winchester | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85300000 - Social work and related services ## Release History - 5 Apr 2019 at 13:59 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b1cabd5-08c3-419c-a142-7f40201a4bd3 - 11 Mar 2019 at 10:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b1cabd5-08c3-419c-a142-7f40201a4bd3 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b1cabd5-08c3-419c-a142-7f40201a4bd3 5th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Hampshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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