--- title: "Supported Living services in Torbay" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ea2a1077-2c9e-4b3d-a8c7-b7fc6c513d32" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ea2a1077-2c9e-4b3d-a8c7-b7fc6c513d32" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea2a1077-2c9e-4b3d-a8c7-b7fc6c513d32.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea2a1077-2c9e-4b3d-a8c7-b7fc6c513d32.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS SOUTH WEST - ACUTES" published: "2019-09-23" --- # Supported Living services in Torbay Buyer: NHS SOUTH WEST - ACUTES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ea2a1077-2c9e-4b3d-a8c7-b7fc6c513d32 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ea2a1077-2c9e-4b3d-a8c7-b7fc6c513d32) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea2a1077-2c9e-4b3d-a8c7-b7fc6c513d32.json) ## Summary The NHS South West - Acutes is re-opening a tender for the provision of Supported Living services in Torbay, under the title "Supported Living services in Torbay". This procurement falls within the social work services industry category and is specifically focused on delivering both shared hours and 1:1 hours under the Any Qualified Provider (AQP) method. The tender period is set to close on 25th October 2019, with the intended contract period running from 1st January 2020 to 31st March 2021, inclusive of a potential one-year extension. Providers who are interested in applying must complete an AQP Application Pack to qualify for this opportunity. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social care and support services, particularly those capable of providing Supported Living solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-suited to engage with this tender. By participating, these businesses can expand their reach within the Torbay area and secure a place on the AQP/Supported Living framework, thereby enhancing their portfolios and contributing to the essential care and support of individuals with needs. ## Notice Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust (TSDFT) and Torbay Council are re- opening the tender opportunity for non-framework Providers and other interested parties to apply for the provision of Supported Living under two lots comprising of shared hours and 1:1 hours services in Torbay. TSDFT is running an Any Qualified Provider (AQP) process, whereby any Provider who passes the evaluation steps outlined within the Application Pack will be awarded a place on the AQP / Supported Living framework. Supported Living (shared and 1:1 hours ) Services in Torbay Supported Living is a key priority for Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust (TSDFT) and Torbay Council. Within Torbay our Supported Living framework aims to redress the variation in understanding and harmonise all Supported Living provision in line with the Care Act 2014 definition. The Care Act 2014 defines Supported Living to mean: 1. Accommodation in premises which are specifically designed or adapted for occupation by adults with needs for care and support to enable them to live as independently as possible, and 2. Accommodation which is provided: i) In premises which are intended for occupation by adults with needs for care and support (whether or not the premises are specifically designed or adapted for that purpose) ii) In circumstances in which personal care is available if required. For the purposes of point 2, personal care (and support) may be provided by a person other than the person who provides the accommodation. For the purpose of this contract Supported Living shared hours denotes accommodation where there is delivery of shared care and support to people within shared accommodation, a single building or buildings within close proximity. Supported Living 1:1 hours is dedicated time working directly with the client. The client has the right to choose the same or alternative providers for their 1:1 hours. Procurement Supported Living shared and 1:1 hours procurement AQP is open to all Providers currently in the Supported Living Services market or considering a move into the market within the geographic area of Torbay. It is anticipated delivery of the services will run to 31st March 2021 plus the option to extend for one (1) year. The service is being commissioned using the Any Qualified Provider process. The base tariffs for 19/20 are: Day rate: PS15.57 per hour Night rate: PS10.38 per hour All potential Providers who wish to be considered will be required to complete an AQP Application Pack. TSDFT will evaluate the responses to determine if a Provider is sufficiently qualified to provide the service specified in the Service Specification contained within the application pack. All existing non-framework Providers delivering Supported Living shared and / or 1:1 hours will be required to participate in order to be able to be accredited to continue to provide their existing service. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03aa2f33-da97-4461-b5f4-42561640119c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Sep 2019 | | Submission deadline | 25 Oct 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 | | 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 | NHS SOUTH WEST - ACUTES | | Locality | TORQUAY | | Post town | Torquay | | Postcode | TQ2 7AA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK42 Torbay | | Local authority | Torbay | | Electoral ward | Shiphay | | Westminster constituency | Torbay | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85310000 - Social work services - 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation ## Release History - 23 Sep 2019 at 16:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03aa2f33-da97-4461-b5f4-42561640119c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03aa2f33-da97-4461-b5f4-42561640119c 23rd September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=30245&B=NHSSW Additional data - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/45644 User / Company ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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