--- title: "Provision of services in respect of the Syrian resettlement Programme 2017 - 2021" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-72a692fc-18f0-46be-8c25-851b54812672" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-72a692fc-18f0-46be-8c25-851b54812672" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-72a692fc-18f0-46be-8c25-851b54812672.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-72a692fc-18f0-46be-8c25-851b54812672.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "READING BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2016-12-09" --- # Provision of services in respect of the Syrian resettlement Programme 2017 - 2021 Buyer: READING BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-72a692fc-18f0-46be-8c25-851b54812672 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-72a692fc-18f0-46be-8c25-851b54812672) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-72a692fc-18f0-46be-8c25-851b54812672.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by Reading Borough Council involves the provision of services in relation to the Syrian Resettlement Programme for the years 2017 to 2021. This tender falls under the social services industry category, with the engagement event scheduled for Monday, 19 December 2017, at the Civic Offices in Reading, England. The deadline for potential bidders to register their interest in attending this event is 5 p.m. on 16 December 2016. The council intends to award a four-year contract, commencing on 1 May 2017 and concluding on 30 April 2021, with an annual contract value of £33,000, totalling £132,000 over the term. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in social services, community support, and integration assistance. Companies that can offer services such as case management, ESOL classes, or logistical support for resettlement are well-suited to compete. The council seeks to collaborate with service providers who can deliver tailored support to families, assisting them in their orientation and integration into the community, thus fostering potential growth in this sector. ## Notice Reading Borough Council is inviting prospective bidders to join them in the Council Chamber, Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading, RG1 2LU on Monday 19 December 2017, starting at 9.30am to 11.00am The purpose of the event is to share the Council's proposals for this service provision and to seek input and feedback from potential bidders before the Council formally advertises its requirements. It will be the chance for potential bidders to register an interest in this proposed contracting opportunity, hear the draft proposals and understand the requirements of the Government's Syrian Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Programme that the Council are seeking to meet. The Council is looking to put in place a 4 year contract for the provision of front line case work to support and integrate 3 families each year, during their first 12 months of arrival. The service to be provided includes: * Meet and greet from airport and development of community support. * Furnishing accommodation where necessary * Provision of welcome pack: groceries and information, Library Cards, International Sim Cards, Clothing Donations, School uniforms etc. on arrival * Sourcing and sorting donations * Arranging ESOL assessment and classes * Provision of interpreters for airport and other services * Provision of cash/clothing allowances for each Beneficiary of PS200 * Briefings on the accommodation and health and safety issues. * Provision of emergency contact. * Provision of specific case workers * Provision of advice and assistance with registering for mainstream benefits and services. This will include other advice and information giving agencies including attending Local Job Centre Plus appointments for benefit assessments, registering with a local GP * Advice around and referral to appropriate mental health services and to specialised services for victims of torture as appropriate. * Providing assistance with access to employment. * Support plan for each family for the 12 month period of their support to facilitate their orientation into their new home/area The value of the 4 year contract would be PS33,000 per annum with a contract value of PS132,000 over the 4 year period. The contract period would commence 1st May 2017 and continue to 30th April 2021, subject to the continuation of the programme. Potential service providers who wish to attend are requested to register their interest in this event before 5 p.m. on Friday 16 December 2016 and book a place by e-mailing: clare.muir@reading.gov.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76e79751-b72a-4309-9bdb-e29e7f9e31ff | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Dec 2016 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 23 Feb 2018 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | READING BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | READING | | Post town | Reading | | Postcode | RG1 2LU | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West | | Local authority | Reading | | Electoral ward | Abbey | | Westminster constituency | Reading Central | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85320000 - Social services ## Release History - 9 Dec 2016 at 13:51 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76e79751-b72a-4309-9bdb-e29e7f9e31ff ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76e79751-b72a-4309-9bdb-e29e7f9e31ff 9th December 2016 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/906a2e99-2943-416d-93d7-b8e0dc72bd5d Event Invitation and Service Information - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/91146dd9-beba-4b17-85d2-a72bd49058a7 LA Funding information for the Syrian Resettlement Programme (SRP) ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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