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title: "Social Prescribing Service (PROC-1034-L-OPEN)"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ac403f49-66c4-4786-9a66-b6ff276d1c17"
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buyer: "EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL"
published: "2019-05-17"
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# Social Prescribing Service (PROC-1034-L-OPEN)

Buyer: EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ac403f49-66c4-4786-9a66-b6ff276d1c17

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## Summary

Suffolk Coastal District Council is seeking proposals for a Social Prescribing Service, with an estimated value of £1.8 million. This contract aims to establish Community Connectors across six Integrated Neighbourhood Teams (INTs) in the regions of Mid Suffolk, Babergh, and East Suffolk. The open tender process is currently active, having been published on 17th May 2019, and the tender period concluded on 18th March 2019. The contract is scheduled to commence on 29th April 2019 and will run until 30th April 2022. Businesses within the community health services category, particularly those based in the East of England, are encouraged to participate.

This procurement process represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector entities (VCSEs) looking to expand their services in health and social care. Companies that provide community health services, social care solutions, or connect individuals with local resources may find this contract aligns well with their business offerings. With a focus on delivering impactful community support, businesses that are innovative and committed to enhancing social well-being will be particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract.

## Notice

Suffolk Coastal District Council is commissioning a Social Prescribing service to provide Community Connectors in six Integrated Neighbourhood Teams (INTs) across Mid Suffolk, Babergh and East Suffolk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ee426ef-ba61-41c2-a067-ccfbd33d504c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Apr 2019 - 30 Apr 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,800,000 |
| 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 | EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL |
| Locality | WOODBRIDGE |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP12 1RT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Melton |
| Westminster constituency | Suffolk Coastal |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85323000 - Community health services

## Release History

- 17 May 2019 at 07:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ee426ef-ba61-41c2-a067-ccfbd33d504c
- 17 May 2019 at 07:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ee426ef-ba61-41c2-a067-ccfbd33d504c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ee426ef-ba61-41c2-a067-ccfbd33d504c
  17th May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=396881054
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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