--- title: "Independent Support to Foster Carers 2021" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-dddebb82-790e-4a5f-8174-54d075b12e79" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dddebb82-790e-4a5f-8174-54d075b12e79" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dddebb82-790e-4a5f-8174-54d075b12e79.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dddebb82-790e-4a5f-8174-54d075b12e79.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL" published: "2021-05-10" --- # Independent Support to Foster Carers 2021 Buyer: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dddebb82-790e-4a5f-8174-54d075b12e79 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dddebb82-790e-4a5f-8174-54d075b12e79) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dddebb82-790e-4a5f-8174-54d075b12e79.json) ## Summary Portsmouth City Council is currently conducting a procurement process titled "Independent Support to Foster Carers 2021" within the social work and related services industry. The tender is at the open stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 11 June 2021. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the estimated contract value is up to £50,000. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 1 January 2022, lasting for two years, with the potential for extension up to five years, contingent on agreement between the parties involved. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social work services, particularly those that provide independent support, training, and resources for foster carers. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the council seeks suitably qualified suppliers who can deliver timely support and training to enhance the experience of foster carers. This invitation to tender allows businesses to strengthen their presence in the public sector while contributing positively to the local community in Hampshire. ## Notice Portsmouth City Council ('the council') is inviting quotations from suitably qualified suppliers to provide an Independent Support to Foster Carers in relation to concerns, complaints and allegations. The successful provider will be required to provide timely, responsive, independent information, advice, representation and support to Portsmouth City Council carers, ensuring they have appropriate information and support to communicate their views in formal settings within the process and management of allegations against carers. The provider will also prepare and deliver one training session per year to Portsmouth City Council Social Workers on how to support carers facing allegations. The provider will also supply the council with online leaflets and paper leaflets to inform carers of support available . The estimated value of the contract is up to PS50,000 based on historical spend information. The initial contract term will be for 2 years with possibility of extending the term by a further 3 years to a maximum total term of 5 years in increments to be agreed, subject to the agreement and performance of both parties. Additional information: Portsmouth City Council is currently in the process of seeking expressions of interest for the following project - Independent Support to Foster Carers 2021. The full details and ability to express an interest will be via our e-sourcing system Intend. This filepath will take you to the relevant area of Intend, https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/Tenders/Current Once on the page you can either scroll down or use the search function to find the relevant project. Should you have any problems with the above link, please contact us on 023 9268 8235 or email: procurement@portsmouthcc.gov.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09fadfbe-23bf-4963-b365-75c3e37218c5 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | 11 Jun 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2023 | | 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 | PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO1 2AL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth | | Local authority | Portsmouth | | Electoral ward | Charles Dickens | | Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85300000 - Social work and related services - 85310000 - Social work services - 85320000 - Social services ## Release History - 10 May 2021 at 10:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09fadfbe-23bf-4963-b365-75c3e37218c5 - 10 May 2021 at 10:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09fadfbe-23bf-4963-b365-75c3e37218c5 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09fadfbe-23bf-4963-b365-75c3e37218c5 10th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/Tenders/Current ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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