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title: "Sensory Impairment Service"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL"
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# Sensory Impairment Service

Buyer: SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e9256dab-8e04-485d-96f5-5f2def1a64c5

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## Summary

South Tyneside Council has recently completed the awarding of a contract for the "Sensory Impairment Service," which is focused on delivering sight assessment services, planning support, and providing equipment for individuals with sensory impairments in South Tyneside. Initially published on 15 April 2019, the tender, which followed an open procurement method, had an end date for submissions of 21 May 2019. The value of the contract is £690,000, and it is set to commence on 1 November 2019, lasting until 31 October 2024.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health and social services sector, particularly those with expertise in sensory impairment and rehabilitation services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are particularly well-suited to compete, given the contract's inclusivity criteria. Companies that can offer innovative support solutions and training tailored to individuals with sensory needs will find this an advantageous tender to pursue for enhancing their business outreach and capabilities.

## Notice

To deliver sight assessment services, support planning and provision of equipment. Early intervention and support for people with sensory impairment, providing advice, information and emotional support. Reablement, rehabilitation services and training. The service will be delivered within South Tyneside.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2739fd1a-f6d5-4ecd-bfb3-91e0e0a5b142 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Sep 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 21 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Sep 2019 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2019 - 30 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £690,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £575,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTH SHIELDS |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE33 2RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | South Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Beacon and Bents |
| Westminster constituency | South Shields |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GATESHEAD & SOUTH TYNESIDE SIGHT SERVICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 27 Sep 2019 at 09:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2739fd1a-f6d5-4ecd-bfb3-91e0e0a5b142
- 15 Apr 2019 at 09:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b99e9da-464a-4710-ab2d-d1d8ac63c561

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2739fd1a-f6d5-4ecd-bfb3-91e0e0a5b142
  27th September 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b99e9da-464a-4710-ab2d-d1d8ac63c561
  15th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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