--- title: "WP3371 - A Befriending Service to Support People with Autism - AWARD" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fc7648bd-9824-41e7-a0d0-fd879ad6e0d7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fc7648bd-9824-41e7-a0d0-fd879ad6e0d7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fc7648bd-9824-41e7-a0d0-fd879ad6e0d7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fc7648bd-9824-41e7-a0d0-fd879ad6e0d7.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING" published: "2018-05-15" --- # WP3371 - A Befriending Service to Support People with Autism - AWARD Buyer: WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fc7648bd-9824-41e7-a0d0-fd879ad6e0d7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fc7648bd-9824-41e7-a0d0-fd879ad6e0d7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fc7648bd-9824-41e7-a0d0-fd879ad6e0d7.json) ## Summary Walsall Council is seeking tenders for the award of a contract titled "WP3371 - A Befriending Service to Support People with Autism". This service aims to enhance the quality of life for adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and the procurement is currently in the Award stage. The contract period is set to commence on 1 April 2018 and conclude on 31 March 2021, with a potential extension until 30 September 2021. The location for service delivery is West Midlands, with a maximum annual contract value of £43,333. Tenders were required to be submitted by 12:00 Noon on 19 January 2018 through an open procedure procurement method. This opportunity is particularly relevant for organisations experienced in providing services to individuals with autism, especially those from the Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS). Companies that can demonstrate their qualifications in supporting adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorder will find this tender advantageous. The required capabilities include a skilled workforce adept in safeguarding and monitoring care, as well as a commitment to enhancing service delivery for those in need. This contract represents a chance for qualified businesses to expand their service reach and contribute positively to the community. ## Notice WP3371 - Invitation to apply for a contract for the Provision of a Befriending Service to support Adults with Autism Walsall Council is seeking tenders from suitably experienced and qualified organisations able to evidence the necessary experience, skills and ability to provide a befriending service for adults with Autism. The purpose of this service will be to support adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorder to improve outcomes for people with autism through befriending by: o Promoting personalisation and enhancing quality of life for people with care and support needs o Preventing deterioration, delaying dependency and supporting recovery o Ensuring a positive experience of care and support o Protecting from avoidable harm and caring in a safe environment Organisations interested in expressing an interest should first consider the essential requirements listed below: o Experience in the provision of delivering services to people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder o Staff qualified, skilled and competent to work with people with the signs and symptoms of dementia o Evidence of suitable adult/child protection, safeguarding policies and procedures o Ability to provide monitoring data on a quarterly basis o Expressions of interest from the Voluntary and Community Sector are encouraged. The contracts will be for an initial period of three (3) years, 01 April 2018 to 31st March 2021 with an option for the Council to extend for an additional six months to 30 September 2021. The maximum annual contract value is ?43,333 For further details of the requirement, please see the following link to the Council's e-Procurement web portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/walsallcouncil You will be required to register your organisation (if already not done so) and express your interest in the relevant project/opportunity. Tenders must be received before 12:00 Noon 19 January 2018. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f0036e5-0ff9-4b25-8873-ec8796c4656b | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 May 2018 | | Submission deadline | 18 Jan 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 26 Feb 2018 | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £129,999 | | 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 | WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Walsall | | Postcode | WS1 1TP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG38 Walsall | | Local authority | Walsall | | Electoral ward | St Matthew's | | Westminster constituency | Walsall and Bloxwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | AUTISM WEST MIDLANDS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85312310 - Guidance services - 85312400 - Welfare services not delivered through residential institutions ## Release History - 15 May 2018 at 16:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f0036e5-0ff9-4b25-8873-ec8796c4656b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f0036e5-0ff9-4b25-8873-ec8796c4656b 15th May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/walsallcouncil - https://www.walsall.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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