--- title: "The Isle of wight Carers Support Service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-eb1e9b85-860f-4578-b7fd-f67d29048157" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-eb1e9b85-860f-4578-b7fd-f67d29048157" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eb1e9b85-860f-4578-b7fd-f67d29048157.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eb1e9b85-860f-4578-b7fd-f67d29048157.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL" published: "2020-03-25" --- # The Isle of wight Carers Support Service Buyer: ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eb1e9b85-860f-4578-b7fd-f67d29048157 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-eb1e9b85-860f-4578-b7fd-f67d29048157) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eb1e9b85-860f-4578-b7fd-f67d29048157.json) ## Summary The Isle of Wight Council is seeking tenders for "The Isle of Wight Carers Support Service," aimed at improving the well-being and independence of informal carers in the community. This procurement falls under the health and social work services category, with a total contract value of £250,000. The tender process is currently at the active stage, with submissions due by 24th April 2020. The contract is set to commence on 3rd August 2020 and will run until 31st July 2023, with an option to extend for an additional two years at the discretion of the authority. This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in the provision of vital support services. Businesses with expertise in health and social care, particularly those focussed on community support and resource management for carers, will be well-positioned to compete. The established framework emphasises community support, making this a suitable project for organisations dedicated to enhancing caregiver well-being and resilience. ## Notice he Isle of Wight Council ("the Authority") invites Tenders from suitably qualified suppliers ("Potential Suppliers") for the provision of The Isle of Wight Carers Support Service. The Isle of Wight Council understand the value of supporting the work and dedication of the islands unpaid informal carers. Through the introduction of the Care Close to Home Strategy and the seven pillars within it. The vision of helping people maintain or improve their wellbeing and to live as independently as possible is of the up most importance for our Island community. It has been identified through the Isle of Wight Health and Care plan, it is also of the upmost importance to ensure that our community is properly resourced and supported to stay healthy and independent. Having a dynamic and robust carer support service is an important element of ensuring the success of these strategies. The service will provide information, advice, support and guidance to the individuals who are undertaking an informal caring role within our island community. The service will offer outcome focused support. For individuals to ensure that their needs are assessed and ultimately met by the appropriate support and services. Whilst managing expectations in a climate of reducing public funds. The term of the contract shall be 3rd August 2020 until 31st July 2023 with the option to extend for up to a further two years at the sole discretion of the Authority. Additional information: . This decision has been taken because the total contract value has breached the OJEU threshold and the process is now required to be retendered immediately ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9084bdab-77ff-41f8-b6e3-f457317a72d7 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Mar 2020 | | Submission deadline | 24 Apr 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Aug 2020 - 31 Jul 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £250,000 | | 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 | ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL | | Locality | NEWPORT | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO30 1UD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ34 Isle of Wight | | Local authority | Isle of Wight | | Electoral ward | Newport Central | | Westminster constituency | Isle of Wight West | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 25 Mar 2020 at 17:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9084bdab-77ff-41f8-b6e3-f457317a72d7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9084bdab-77ff-41f8-b6e3-f457317a72d7 25th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=62058461-a06e-ea11-80ff-005056b64545 Link to Advert ## Notice URLs - http://www.iwight.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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