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title: "Provision of Statutory Inspection of Children's Homes (Regulation 44)"
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# Provision of Statutory Inspection of Children's Homes (Regulation 44)

Buyer: WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c114f869-40ff-4f94-bfc0-c408c8acd784

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## Summary

West Sussex County Council is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "Provision of Statutory Inspection of Children's Homes (Regulation 44)", classified under social work and related services (CPV code: 85300000) and health and social work services (CPV code: 85000000). The procurement method is an open procedure above the threshold. This tender, valued at £190,000, is focused on ensuring compliance with Regulation 44 of The Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015. Key delivery locations include the South East and South West regions of the United Kingdom, with the contract period starting from 1 April 2025 and ending on 31 March 2030. Prospective bidders should note that the tender submission deadline is 18 November 2024 at 12:00 PM.

This tender offers a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in social work and health services to expand their portfolio and secure a long-term government contract. It is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its open procedure format, which encourages broad participation. Engaging in this procurement process can enhance business growth by establishing a strong partnership with a reputable local authority and providing valuable inspection services that ensure the welfare and safety of children in care.

## Notice

Provision of Statutory Inspection of Children's Homes (Regulation 44). The scope of this procurement is as set out in Regulation 44 of The Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015. You will need to register with Atamis https://atamis-7669.my.site.com/ProSpend__eSourcing_Community_Registration?locale=uk The main homepage for the Atamis supplier portal can be found here: https://atamis-7669.my.site.com/s/Welcome and contains a user guide, links to current tender opportunities and details of the Atamis support team who can help with any registering enquires.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dcc8bdae-c75a-4356-ac02-1b85018b341c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £190,000 |
| 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 | WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHICHESTER |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO19 1RQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) |
| Local authority | Chichester |
| Electoral ward | Chichester Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chichester |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2024 at 12:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dcc8bdae-c75a-4356-ac02-1b85018b341c
- 16 Oct 2024 at 12:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65ee33e7-8940-4d4a-8cfa-6d887c9f105c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dcc8bdae-c75a-4356-ac02-1b85018b341c
  16th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65ee33e7-8940-4d4a-8cfa-6d887c9f105c
  16th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-7669.my.site.com/ProSpend__eSourcing_Community_Registration?locale=uk
- https://atamis-7669.my.site.com/s/Welcome

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