--- title: "An Independent Advocacy Service for Parents or Carers in need of additional support" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8cb23c1a-8f54-4b13-9eef-169004ad456e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8cb23c1a-8f54-4b13-9eef-169004ad456e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8cb23c1a-8f54-4b13-9eef-169004ad456e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8cb23c1a-8f54-4b13-9eef-169004ad456e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2019-06-14" --- # An Independent Advocacy Service for Parents or Carers in need of additional support Buyer: WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8cb23c1a-8f54-4b13-9eef-169004ad456e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8cb23c1a-8f54-4b13-9eef-169004ad456e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8cb23c1a-8f54-4b13-9eef-169004ad456e.json) ## Summary The Worcestershire County Council is currently seeking to procure an independent advocacy service for parents or carers in need of additional support, as per the tender titled "An Independent Advocacy Service for Parents or Carers in need of additional support." This contract, classified under guidance and counselling services, is aimed at supporting parents or carers living in Worcestershire who have children assessed as 'Children in Need' or have severe communication difficulties. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with the tender period culminating on 18th July 2019. The contract is set to commence on 1st January 2020 and will run for three years, ending on 31st December 2022, with an optional one-year extension available. This tender presents significant opportunities for services that specialise in advocacy and support for families, particularly those with experience working with vulnerable children or individuals unable to effectively communicate their needs. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-positioned to apply, given their ability to demonstrate relevant expertise and understanding of the local context. Competing for this contract could enhance their visibility and influence in the local community while contributing valuable support to families in need. ## Notice Worcestershire County Council is seeking to commission an independent advocacy service for parents or carers in need of additional support where there is no appropriate individual to support and represent the parent or carer. The service will be provided for parents or carers, residing in Worcestershire, who have; o a child under the age of 18 years who is assessed as a Child in Need within the meaning of the Children Act 1989, including a child in need of protection or a looked after child. For parents or carers who have; o substantial difficulty or severe impairment in the ability to communicate views, wishes and feelings with others and have a difficulty in understanding, retaining, weighing and processing information The Council wish to procure a single service provider. The contract will be for 3 years, for the period 1st January 2020 until 31st December 2022 with the option of a one year extension. If you wish to view the documents for this opportunity please click 'Express Interest'. Following this, if you wish to apply for this opportunity please click 'Opt in' which will then enable you to view and complete the Standard Questionnaire and upload the relevant documents. After uploading all required documents and completing the questionnaire(s) please remember to press the 'Submit your Return' button at the bottom of the page. Suppliers will receive a system generated email to confirm successful submission of their return. Any questions or clarification should be conducted via 'Correspondence' through this portal. 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/b32cce0a-4842-4f9c-949c-f445d71bb14a | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Jun 2019 | | Submission deadline | 18 Jul 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2022 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | WORCESTERSHIRE | | Post town | Worcester | | Postcode | WR5 2NP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire | | ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC | | Local authority | Worcester | | Electoral ward | Nunnery | | Westminster constituency | Worcester | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85312300 - Guidance and counselling services - 85312310 - Guidance services ## Release History - 14 Jun 2019 at 14:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b32cce0a-4842-4f9c-949c-f445d71bb14a - 14 Jun 2019 at 14:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b32cce0a-4842-4f9c-949c-f445d71bb14a - 14 Jun 2019 at 14:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b32cce0a-4842-4f9c-949c-f445d71bb14a - 14 Jun 2019 at 14:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b32cce0a-4842-4f9c-949c-f445d71bb14a - 14 Jun 2019 at 14:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b32cce0a-4842-4f9c-949c-f445d71bb14a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b32cce0a-4842-4f9c-949c-f445d71bb14a 14th June 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/worcestershire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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