---
title: "Provision of Best Interest Assessments for Deprivation of Liberty Safeguarding (DoLS)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-028819"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-028819.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ROCHDALE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2021-01-06"
---

# Provision of Best Interest Assessments for Deprivation of Liberty Safeguarding (DoLS)

Buyer: ROCHDALE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028819

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## Summary

The Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking tenders for the "Provision of Best Interest Assessments for Deprivation of Liberty Safeguarding (DoLS)" within the social services industry category. This procurement, valued at £668,000, falls under the open procurement method and is currently in the active tender stage. The tender period ends on 5th February 2021 at 12:00 UTC, with bidding activities taking place electronically. The contract duration is 360 days, with a possible 12-month extension thereafter.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social services, particularly those providing assessment and safeguarding services. Companies with experience in delivering services within the public sector, especially those familiar with Deprivation of Liberty Safeguarding protocols, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this process could enhance their portfolio and establish long-term relationships with a local authority client.

## Notice

Provision of Best Interest Assessments for Deprivation of Liberty Safeguarding (DoLS)

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Best Interest Assessments for Deprivation of Liberty Safeguarding (DoLS)

Renewal: option to extend for 12 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000211-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £668,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ROCHDALE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SALE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M33 7ZF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Sale Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85320000 - Social services

## Release History

- 6 Jan 2021 at 15:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000211-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.rochdale.gov.uk/
- https://procontract.due-north.com

## Provenance

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