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title: "Short Stay (Respite) Services for Adults With Learning Disabilities"
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# Short Stay (Respite) Services for Adults With Learning Disabilities

Buyer: WEST BERKSHIRE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7e8ab552-d052-48c9-901b-b13556c34648

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## Summary

The West Berkshire Council is currently seeking bids for the provision of Short Stay (Respite) Services for Adults with Learning Disabilities. This contract, classified under Health and Social Work Services, has a total budget of £1,000,000, with a minimum tender value of £992,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 19th November 2020. The associated contract period is set to commence on 1st January 2021 and will run until 30th September 2023. Interested parties should note that the delivery areas span the United Kingdom and beyond, with detailed documents available for completion as per the invitation to tender (ITT).

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in social work services, particularly those with experience in providing support for individuals with learning disabilities. Organisations capable of delivering engaging and meaningful respite care that addresses the unique needs of various families and communities will be well-suited to compete. The successful bidder will not only contribute to enhancing the well-being of individuals but also position themselves as a vital partner in the public sector, potentially leading to future contracts in the social care domain.

## Notice

This is a short stay service for Adults with a Learning Disability which helps support family carers. A good short stay is responsive to unique family, individual and cultural circumstances, is regular and reliable, frequent enough, long enough, enjoyable and meaningful for the person with a learning disability. It is: For all family carers to receive a complete break from the routine of caring, so combating isolation, stress, crisis and breakdown - to feel energised and able to go on. To help a whole family or community to sustained caring for the person with a learning disability. For people with learning disabilities to get an enjoyable break from their families, with real opportunities and choices to try new experiences, make friends and learn new skills. Additional information: Please complete the documents as per the attached and ITT. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01bdcc1c-372f-4fe1-afbc-b5a8badc5766 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2021 - 30 Sep 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | WEST BERKSHIRE |
| Locality | NEWBURY |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG14 5LD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | West Berkshire |
| Electoral ward | Newbury Central |
| Westminster constituency | Newbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
- 85310000 - Social work services
- 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

## Release History

- 22 Oct 2020 at 12:23 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01bdcc1c-372f-4fe1-afbc-b5a8badc5766
- 22 Oct 2020 at 12:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01bdcc1c-372f-4fe1-afbc-b5a8badc5766

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01bdcc1c-372f-4fe1-afbc-b5a8badc5766
  22nd October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/westberks/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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