--- title: "QU527 - Focus groups to support the draft Birmingham Health and Wellbeing Board Strategy Consultation" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e4c9c76d-1618-441a-aae1-614293b1cc82" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e4c9c76d-1618-441a-aae1-614293b1cc82" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e4c9c76d-1618-441a-aae1-614293b1cc82.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e4c9c76d-1618-441a-aae1-614293b1cc82.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL" published: "2021-09-17" --- # QU527 - Focus groups to support the draft Birmingham Health and Wellbeing Board Strategy Consultation Buyer: BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e4c9c76d-1618-441a-aae1-614293b1cc82 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e4c9c76d-1618-441a-aae1-614293b1cc82) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e4c9c76d-1618-441a-aae1-614293b1cc82.json) ## Summary Birmingham City Council is seeking quotations for the provision of focus groups to support the development of the Birmingham Health and Wellbeing Board Strategy titled "Creating a Bolder, Healthier City". This opportunity is part of the public consultation process, which aims to engage various target populations, including young people, ethnic minority communities, and individuals with disabilities. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submission set for noon on 4th October 2021. The anticipated contract start date is 25th October 2021, and the contract is expected to conclude on 14th January 2022, with a primary focus on services related to community health and wellbeing in Birmingham, West Midlands. Interested suppliers must register on the e-tendering platform, In-tend, to participate. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in community services, healthcare, and social support to contribute to a significant public health initiative. Companies specialising in consultation services, mental health support, and community engagement are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The diverse target groups highlighted in the consultation, including ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ communities, and individuals with learning disabilities, indicate a strong commitment to inclusive practices, making it essential for bidders to demonstrate their experience and capability in engaging with these populations effectively. ## Notice Birmingham City Council is inviting organisations to provide quotations for delivering targeted focus groups to support the development of the Birmingham Health and Wellbeing Board Strategy: Creating a Bolder, Healthier City. The draft Birmingham Health and Wellbeing Board Strategy, Creating a Bolder, Healthier City has been shaped and developed over the past three years with citizens, partner organisations and national policy changes. The strategy is required by the Health and Wellbeing Board as part of its statutory functions. The proposed approach is for the strategy; signposting to action across the health and care system. The Health and Wellbeing Board is seeking views on the strategy in a public consultation. The purpose of the consultation is to assess and understand the support and needs for our thematic ambitions, key actions and our proposals to measure progress. Targeted focus groups will form part of the consultation to support the engagement and co-production of the strategy, allowing more voices to be heard. Focus Groups - Target Populations a. Young people (ages 16-25) b. Ethnic Minority Communities including: i. Asian/Asian British, particularly Pakistani communities ii. Black African and Black Caribbean communities c. Faith (particularly Muslim) communities d. Population groups who may be digitally excluded e. Adults with learning disabilities f. Homeless adults, including rough sleepers and those living in temporary accommodation g. Adults from the traveller community h. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ plus) adults and/or young people i. Adults with sensory impairment j. Adults with physical impairment k. Healthcare professionals l. Businesses m. Food businesses n. Leisure providers The anticipated start of the contract is 25th October 2021. The deadline for the final report and end of the contract is 14th January 2022. The Council will be using its free to use e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and potential suppliers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. If you wish to express an interest in this opportunity please click on the following link to access https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register. You will then be sent details on how to log on which will enable you to download all relevant quotation documentation. If you are unable to register with In-tend or have any questions or problems on how to use this web site please either email us at: cps@birmingham.gov.uk or call CPS Helpdesk on 0121 464 8000. Your completed quotation submission should be returned by noon on 4th October 2021 via the 'in-tend' system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc Additional information: If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access Birmingham City Council's tender Portal. Delivery Notes Birmingham Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/480f8f99-e5ba-4fbb-ad46-c57585360960 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Sep 2021 | | Submission deadline | 4 Oct 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 25 Oct 2021 - 14 Jan 2022 | | 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 | BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B4 7WB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Newtown | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services - 85 - Health and social work services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 75200000 - Provision of services to the community - 85100000 - Health services - 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services - 85322000 - Community action programme - 85323000 - Community health services - 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services ## Release History - 17 Sep 2021 at 11:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/480f8f99-e5ba-4fbb-ad46-c57585360960 - 16 Sep 2021 at 16:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/480f8f99-e5ba-4fbb-ad46-c57585360960 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/480f8f99-e5ba-4fbb-ad46-c57585360960 1st October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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