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title: "ESCC - PS - Approved List and Mini-Competitions for Home Care in East Sussex and HMP Lewes"
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# ESCC - PS - Approved List and Mini-Competitions for Home Care in East Sussex and HMP Lewes

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b546a4a0-5204-4c78-8ee8-4f9e3155c958

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is inviting tenders for the "Approved List and Mini-Competitions for Home Care in East Sussex and HMP Lewes", aiming to establish a list of providers that meet quality standards for home care services. The procurement process is currently in the Tender phase, with bids due by 1st April 2022. The anticipated contract start date is 30th January 2023, and the contract period will run until 28th January 2029. The tender is categorised under health and social work services and will apply to the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the health and social care sector, particularly those focused on home care services. Companies that qualify as Approved Providers will be able to compete for contracting opportunities within East Sussex and at HMP Lewes, enhancing their market presence. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the procurement process is open to them, providing a platform for growth and increased service delivery capabilities.

## Notice

East Sussex County Council is advertising an "Approved List" that will be used to identify providers who meet the quality standards and service delivery requirements to deliver the Home Care Services. The Approved List will be opened at least annually to allow new providers to apply to join and become an 'Approved Provider' throughout the duration of the Contract. The first opportunity to apply will end on 01.04.2022. The Council anticipates awarding the initial contracts on 04.07.2022, with a service commencement date of 30.01.2023 Providers may apply to join the Approved List in order to provide Home Care Services within the county. In addition to joining the list, Approved Providers will have the opportunity to bid for Lead Provider status within geographical areas of the county, as well as for HMP Lewes. Later during 2022, Approved Providers will be able to bid to provide Home Care services to the Council's Extra Care Housing schemes. The Approved List is a delivery model developed under the Light Touch Regime of PCR2015. Full details may be found in the procurement documents. Additional information: The value stated is the maximum to be awarded across all providers over the term. This tender is to be completed electronically using the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal. https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities The SE Shared Services eSourcing portal provides a web-based tool that provides a simple, secure and efficient means for managing tendering and quotation activities reducing the time and effort required for both buyers and Potential Bidders. The portal allows for tender clarifications and submitting your bid electronically. In order to bid for this opportunity you will need to register your company on the SE Shared Services portal. of the contracts. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dfc99ec3-7046-482d-9dd1-6e42f8340915 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jan 2023 - 28 Jan 2029 |
| 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 | EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | EAST SUSSEX |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN7 1UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Priory |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

## Release History

- 31 Jan 2022 at 15:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dfc99ec3-7046-482d-9dd1-6e42f8340915

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dfc99ec3-7046-482d-9dd1-6e42f8340915
  31st January 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.eastsussex.gov.uk
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities

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