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title: "Visual and Sensory Impairment Service"
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buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Visual and Sensory Impairment Service

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-769d265a-6456-4542-9dfb-b727f1fbd879

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## Summary

The Leicestershire County Council is currently seeking a provider for the "Visual and Sensory Impairment Service" as part of an open tender process. This initiative is designed to enhance services dedicated to individuals with visual impairments, ensuring high-quality support that aligns with the council's Personalisation Programme. The tender was published on 5th July 2021, and submissions must be completed by 6th August 2021. The estimated value of the contract is £664,000, covering a service period from 1st October 2021 to 30th September 2023. This procurement falls under the social work and related services category within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for service providers in the social care sector, particularly those specialising in visual impairment and sensory services. Businesses that provide innovative solutions or possess expertise in supporting individuals with disabilities will find this tender especially relevant. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply as they may fulfil the council's requirements for collaboration and value for money, potentially strengthening their market presence in the public sector.

## Notice

Leicestershire County Council (The Authority) is committed to the provision and delivery of services for people with a visual impairment, which are of the highest quality. The Authority wishes to work in Partnership with the Provider to deliver services which achieve and maintain 'Value for Money' and are compatible with our Personalisation Programme and other strategic agendas. The ultimate outcome required is individuals with visual and sensory impairments are enabled to fully participate in society.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9634e266-d80b-4bf8-bf0f-fd0f32615359 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2021 - 30 Sep 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £664,000 |
| 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 | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE3 8RA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Glenfield Faire |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 5 Jul 2021 at 10:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9634e266-d80b-4bf8-bf0f-fd0f32615359

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9634e266-d80b-4bf8-bf0f-fd0f32615359
  5th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/index.html

## Provenance

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