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title: "ESCC SS Hospital Discharge Services"
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# ESCC SS Hospital Discharge Services

Buyer: SE SHARED SERVICES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dbfc3b0e-9a8a-4eee-b86d-62ccb7f71976

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## Summary

The East Sussex County Council, through SE Shared Services, is inviting tenders for the "ESCC SS Hospital Discharge Services". This procurement falls under the health and social work services category, specifically targeting providers capable of delivering hospital discharge services from October 2019 for an initial period of 5.5 years, potentially extending to March 2027. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with submissions due by 13th May 2019. Interested bidders must register on the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal to access the detailed service specifications and submit their proposals electronically.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) engaged in health and social services. By participating in this procurement, businesses can contribute to enhancing community wellbeing while securing contracts worth up to £2,295,000. Companies specialising in assisted discharge services and home support for patients may find themselves particularly well-suited to compete for these lots, thereby not only expanding their service offerings but also fostering growth in the health sector.

## Notice

East Sussex County Council ('the Council') Adult Social Care and Health Department (ASCH) are contracting for provider/s to provide Hospital Discharge Services for East Sussex from October 2019 for 5.5 years, up to March 2025, with a further option to extend the contract for up to 24 months (to March 2027). Working with the three Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) ESCC want to promote, maintain and enhance people's wellbeing and independence in their communities so they are healthier, more resilient and less likely to need formal health and social care services. The outcomes we are looking to achieve for our population are: o People remain independently in their own homes with less need for formal interventions or statutory support; o People report enhanced health and wellbeing/quality of life, and; o Population health is improved and health inequalities are reduced. The service is in two lots as follows; Lot 1 - Assisted Hospital Discharge Service Lot 2 - Home from Hospital Service and Carer Crisis Response Service. Full details of the requirements for the tender Programme can be found in the service specification documents. Interested organisations can access this by expressing an interest in this opportunity. Additional information: 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. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6db8099b-14fc-4a70-a430-f8c4d56f0c8e |
| 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 | 8 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 13 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2019 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,295,000 |
| 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 | SE SHARED SERVICES |
| 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
- 85100000 - Health services
- 85110000 - Hospital and related services
- 85111000 - Hospital services
- 85112000 - Hospital support services
- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2019 at 11:09 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6db8099b-14fc-4a70-a430-f8c4d56f0c8e
- 5 Apr 2019 at 15:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6db8099b-14fc-4a70-a430-f8c4d56f0c8e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6db8099b-14fc-4a70-a430-f8c4d56f0c8e
  8th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sesharedservices/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.eastsussex.gov.uk
- https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities

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