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title: "Provision of Speech, Language and Communication - Universal and Early Targeted Service"
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# Provision of Speech, Language and Communication - Universal and Early Targeted Service

Buyer: BLACKPOOL COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bc5b9085-1366-434c-8b5f-fc0dc7524126

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## Summary

The Blackpool Council is seeking proposals for the "Provision of Speech, Language and Communication - Universal and Early Targeted Service." This tender, classified under social work and related services, aims to enhance communication skills among young children in Blackpool. The tender is currently active, with an end date for submissions set for 4th September 2017. The contract is valued at £1,050,000 and is scheduled to run from 1st November 2017 to 31st October 2020. This opportunity falls within an open procurement process, allowing interested vendors to participate freely.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for service providers specialising in early childhood communication and educational support services. Companies with expertise in social work, speech therapy, or related educational services would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project not only allows businesses to contribute positively to the community but also positions them for future contracts in a sector that values quality child development services.

## Notice

The Blackpool Early Years Speech, Language and Communication (SLC) vision aims to promote positive outcomes for young children and families by ensuring that all children have every opportunity to become confident and skilful communicators. It is a plan that empowers parents, and all other adults who nurture and educate children in Blackpool. The successful applicant will be expected to work closely with the Specialist service which is delivered by NHS Blackpool Teaching Hospitals.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd24900b-c1e7-4f58-8f49-9604b18787f9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Sep 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2017 - 31 Oct 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,050,000 |
| 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 | BLACKPOOL COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY1 1NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Talbot |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 2 Aug 2017 at 10:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd24900b-c1e7-4f58-8f49-9604b18787f9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd24900b-c1e7-4f58-8f49-9604b18787f9
  2nd August 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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