--- title: "Digital Connect - North East Derbyshire" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ee234471-d954-4395-aa00-f032e44a717b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ee234471-d954-4395-aa00-f032e44a717b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ee234471-d954-4395-aa00-f032e44a717b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ee234471-d954-4395-aa00-f032e44a717b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BOLSOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL" published: "2021-03-08" --- # Digital Connect - North East Derbyshire Buyer: BOLSOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ee234471-d954-4395-aa00-f032e44a717b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ee234471-d954-4395-aa00-f032e44a717b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ee234471-d954-4395-aa00-f032e44a717b.json) ## Summary The Bolsover District Council is currently in the tender stage of the procurement process for the project titled "Digital Connect - North East Derbyshire". This initiative aims to combat digital exclusion among individuals aged 50 and over within North East Derbyshire. The tender is classified under the social services industry category, specifically focusing on enhancing the digital skills and confidence of older adults. The tender period concludes on 5 April 2021, while the contract is expected to commence on 1 May 2021 and run until 1 August 2021. The procurement method employed is an open procedure below threshold, utilising the In-tend e-tendering portal for submissions and communications. This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs experienced in delivering social and community services, particularly those with a focus on digital literacy and training. Companies equipped to provide support and training for older demographics would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. By addressing a pressing societal issue, successful bidders can not only contribute to the well-being of the community but also significantly enhance their business profile and market reach in the social services sector. ## Notice North East Derbyshire District Council is seeking to procure an experienced and suitably qualified company to deliver the following project aims: To address digital exclusion with people aged 50+ within North East Derbyshire. The project will offer digital awareness, advice, training and support to people over 50+ who are digitally excluded, equipping older people with the skills and confidence to effectively use IT to enhance their health and wellbeing and access support, information, services and networks. Digital exclusion has been identified as a key priority for older people, following analysis of quantitative data and local intelligence from the voluntary and statutory sector and consultation with local residents. This work aligns with the priorities of the North East Derbyshire District Council (NEDDC) Older People's Strategy, NEDDC Digital Strategy, North East Derbyshire & Bolsover Place Alliance Ageing Well Programme, Chesterfield, North East Derbyshire & Bolsover Financial Inclusion Group and the North East Derbyshire & Chesterfield Feeling Connected Project. Additional information: The Authority is using the In-tend e-tendering portal to conduct the procurement process ("the e-Tendering Portal"). The e-Tendering Portal can be accessed. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Bolsoverdc all communications (including submission of Tenders) should be carried out via the e-Tendering Portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41ee06b7-3498-4776-ba26-ebad7440e46e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 6 Apr 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 May 2021 - 1 Aug 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 | BOLSOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL | | Locality | CHESTERFIELD | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S42 6NG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF12 East Derbyshire | | Local authority | North East Derbyshire | | Electoral ward | Tupton | | Westminster constituency | North East Derbyshire | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 85320000 - Social services - 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services ## Release History - 8 Mar 2021 at 13:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41ee06b7-3498-4776-ba26-ebad7440e46e - 8 Mar 2021 at 13:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41ee06b7-3498-4776-ba26-ebad7440e46e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41ee06b7-3498-4776-ba26-ebad7440e46e 8th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bolsoverdc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Bolsoverdc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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