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title: "The Provision of Statutory Advocacy Services"
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# The Provision of Statutory Advocacy Services

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-910b4394-c9f4-4e12-a8c5-c9959e48ad8e

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "The Provision of Statutory Advocacy Services" is being conducted by Buckinghamshire County Council, located in Aylesbury, England. This tender, classified under community health services, focuses on the provision of independent advocacy services required by local authorities in compliance with specific legislation. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with the contract period set to commence on 1st September 2017 and concluding on 31st August 2020. The deadline for submission was 10th February 2017, and the contract value is £806,000, awarded to the supplier POhWER on 26th April 2017, indicating a complete procurement stage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their service offerings in the health sector. Businesses specialising in advocacy services, particularly those experienced in Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy, Independent Mental Health Advocacy, and Care Act Advocacy, would be well-suited to engage in similar future tenders or projects. As local authorities increasingly seek compliance with statutory requirements, the demand for quality advocacy services is expected to rise, creating a fertile ground for interested businesses.

## Notice

This service is for the provision of an independent advocacy service for Buckinghamshire that meets the statutory requirements placed on local authorities under the following legislation: * Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA) under Mental Capacity Act 2005 * Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA) under Mental Health Act 2007 * Care Act Advocacy under Care Act 2014. The successful provider must fully understand the principle legislation and statutory requirements relating to the provision of independent advocacy. The provider must keep up to date on related judgements and consultations and their implications and applications to the service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8708a9be-d146-4cef-a5d6-f16387b0dda1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Apr 2017 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2017 - 31 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £806,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | AYLESBURY |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP20 1UA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Aylesbury North |
| Westminster constituency | Aylesbury |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | POHWER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85323000 - Community health services

## Release History

- 11 May 2017 at 12:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8708a9be-d146-4cef-a5d6-f16387b0dda1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8708a9be-d146-4cef-a5d6-f16387b0dda1
  11th May 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.buckscc.gov.uk

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