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title: "Medical Advisor for Adoption and Fostering - Prior Information Notice"
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# Medical Advisor for Adoption and Fostering - Prior Information Notice

Buyer: THURROCK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e8e1f59e-9a94-40b4-9ceb-b242680bf854

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## Summary

Thurrock Council is currently initiating the procurement process for a contract titled "Medical Advisor for Adoption and Fostering." This opportunity falls under the health and social work services category, and it is located in Grays, Essex, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently at the 'Tender' stage, with a deadline for expressions of interest set for 4pm on 15th February 2019. The procurement method is open, which allows for broader participation, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st January 2020 and run until 31st December 2023.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the healthcare sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that offer medical specialist services. Companies with expertise in health services and fostering support are encouraged to respond, as they may benefit from a long-term contract that aligns with their service offerings and contributes to community welfare. Engaging in this tender could enhance their visibility and positioning within the public sector market.

## Notice

Thurrock Council is seeking expressions of interest in line with the service description attached. Additional information: Please confirm whether you would be interested in tendering for the contract by sending a message through the correspondence facility on the In-Tend portal by 4pm on 15th February 2019. PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO REQUIREMENT TO SUBMIT A TENDER AT THIS STAGE Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e17ff4e-8399-4a0b-909d-e1afdce37286 |
| 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 | 7 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2020 - 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 | THURROCK COUNCIL |
| Locality | ESSEX |
| Post town | Romford |
| Postcode | RM17 6SL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH32 Thurrock |
| Local authority | Thurrock |
| Electoral ward | Grays Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Thurrock |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85100000 - Health services
- 85121200 - Medical specialist services
- 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2019 at 13:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e17ff4e-8399-4a0b-909d-e1afdce37286

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e17ff4e-8399-4a0b-909d-e1afdce37286
  7th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/thurrockcouncil/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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