--- title: "Procurement for the Provision of Lead VCS Locality Partners to the Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire Area" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-028e9f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-028e9f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-028e9f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-028e9f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SIRONA CARE & HEALTH C.I.C." published: "2021-01-29" --- # Procurement for the Provision of Lead VCS Locality Partners to the Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire Area Buyer: SIRONA CARE & HEALTH C.I.C. Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028e9f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-028e9f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-028e9f.json) ## Summary The NHS South, Central & West Commissioning Support Unit, acting on behalf of Sirona care & health C.I.C., is currently seeking expressions of interest for the procurement titled "Procurement for the Provision of Lead VCS Locality Partners to the Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire Area." This tender is classified under community health services and is located in the Bristol area. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with an end date for submissions set for midday on 5 March 2021. Interested parties are invited to register on the In-Tend e-procurement system to participate in this open tender process, which aims to foster collaboration and enhance community health support across six distinct lots in the region, each valued at £30,000 annually for a maximum of nine years. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in health and community services, particularly those with expertise in volunteer and community sector (VCS) engagement. Organisations capable of fostering community connections, implementing effective health strategies, and providing collaborative leadership within their localities will be particularly well-suited to compete for these contracts. The focus on diverse populations in Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire underscores the demand for organisations that can offer tailored support and innovative solutions to improve health and wellbeing. Interested businesses should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and submit their expressions of interest via the specified e-procurement platform. ## Notice Sirona care & health CIC, on behalf of the Healthier Together partners, is seeking expressions of interest from organisations to become a Lead VCS Locality Partner for each of the current six (6) Localities across Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire (BNSSG). Lead VCS Locality Partners will work with other local organisations & community groups to: * Develop true collaboration - valuing what strengths we each bring * Enhance the resources & capability available to support wellbeing * Connect with communities at every level; working with them to promote health & wellbeing Six lots are being procured as part of this process, aligning with the current structure in place across BNSSG: 1. Bristol: North & West 2. Bristol: Inner City & East 3. Bristol: South 4. North Somerset: Weston & Worle 5. North Somerset: Woodspring 6. South Gloucestershire Each contract let pursuant to this process will run for an initial period of 3 years, with extension options of a further 6 years, to a maximum total length of 9 years. The annual value will be PS30,000 per locality (per contract), and the maximum whole life (9 year) value of each contract will be PS270,000. As an Integrated Care System, it is important that we have a sustainable voluntary & community sector; one which is connected to communities and connected to the strategic development of support. To achieve the above, we are requesting expressions of interest from organisations who can serve the diverse populations of Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire. The key aims of each contract will be to: * Provide collaborative leadership of the VCS in the locality, through reviewing and supporting locality development plans * Promote strengths and asset-based approaches and strategies within the locality * Facilitate and support the development of a local evidence base e.g. uptake in Social Prescribing, etc. * Support the continuous asset mapping of localities to create Joint Strategic Strengths Assessments * Support the building of relationships across communities, VCS and statutory organisations * Represent the VCS Locality Partners on the Building Healthier Communities Programme Expressions of interest must be received via the In-Tend e-procurement system at no later than midday on 05 March 2021. A separate expression of interest must be submitted for each lot. This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central & West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioner. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Bristol: North & West Sirona care & health CIC, on behalf of the Healthier Together partners, is seeking expressions of interest from organisations to become a Lead VCS Locality Partner for each of the current six (6) Localities across Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire (BNSSG). Lead VCS Locality Partners will work with other local organisations & community groups to: * Develop true collaboration - valuing what strengths we each bring * Enhance the resources & capability available to support wellbeing * Connect with communities at every level; working with them to promote health & wellbeing Six lots are being procured as part of this process, aligning with the current structure in place across BNSSG this lot relates to: 1. Bristol: North & West Each contract let pursuant to this process will run for an initial period of 3 years, with extension options of a further 6 years, to a maximum total length of 9 years. The annual value will be PS30,000 per locality (per contract), and the maximum whole life (9 year) value of each contract will be PS270,000. As an Integrated Care System, it is important that we have a sustainable voluntary & community sector; one which is connected to communities and connected to the strategic development of support. To achieve the above, we are requesting expressions of interest from organisations who can serve the diverse populations of Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire. The key aims of each contract will be to: * Provide collaborative leadership of the VCS in the locality, through reviewing and supporting locality development plans * Promote strengths and asset-based approaches and strategies within the locality * Facilitate and support the development of a local evidence base e.g. uptake in Social Prescribing, etc. * Support the continuous asset mapping of localities to create Joint Strategic Strengths Assessments * Support the building of relationships across communities, VCS and statutory organisations * Represent the VCS Locality Partners on the Building Healthier Communities Programme Expressions of interest must be received via the In-Tend e-procurement system at no later than midday on 05 March 2021. A separate expression of interest must be submitted for each lot. This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central & West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioner. Additional information: The services are deemed to be subject to the full regime of current procurement legislation and as such this tender will be conducted in accordance with, and governed by, the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This contract will therefore be awarded in accordance with the provisions applicable in Section 5 (sub-section 7) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Lot 2 - Bristol: Inner City & East Sirona care & health CIC, on behalf of the Healthier Together partners, is seeking expressions of interest from organisations to become a Lead VCS Locality Partner for each of the current six (6) Localities across Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire (BNSSG). Lead VCS Locality Partners will work with other local organisations & community groups to: * Develop true collaboration - valuing what strengths we each bring * Enhance the resources & capability available to support wellbeing * Connect with communities at every level; working with them to promote health & wellbeing Six lots are being procured as part of this process, aligning with the current structure in place across BNSSG this lot relates to: 2. Bristol: Inner City & East Each contract let pursuant to this process will run for an initial period of 3 years, with extension options of a further 6 years, to a maximum total length of 9 years. The annual value will be PS30,000 per locality (per contract), and the maximum whole life (9 year) value of each contract will be PS270,000. As an Integrated Care System, it is important that we have a sustainable voluntary & community sector; one which is connected to communities and connected to the strategic development of support. To achieve the above, we are requesting expressions of interest from organisations who can serve the diverse populations of Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire. The key aims of each contract will be to: * Provide collaborative leadership of the VCS in the locality, through reviewing and supporting locality development plans * Promote strengths and asset-based approaches and strategies within the locality * Facilitate and support the development of a local evidence base e.g. uptake in Social Prescribing, etc. * Support the continuous asset mapping of localities to create Joint Strategic Strengths Assessments * Support the building of relationships across communities, VCS and statutory organisations * Represent the VCS Locality Partners on the Building Healthier Communities Programme Expressions of interest must be received via the In-Tend e-procurement system at no later than midday on 05 March 2021. A separate expression of interest must be submitted for each lot. This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central & West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioner. Additional information: The services are deemed to be subject to the full regime of current procurement legislation and as such this tender will be conducted in accordance with, and governed by, the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This contract will therefore be awarded in accordance with the provisions applicable in Section 5 (sub-section 7) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Lot 3 - Bristol: South Sirona care & health CIC, on behalf of the Healthier Together partners, is seeking expressions of interest from organisations to become a Lead VCS Locality Partner for each of the current six (6) Localities across Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire (BNSSG). Lead VCS Locality Partners will work with other local organisations & community groups to: * Develop true collaboration - valuing what strengths we each bring * Enhance the resources & capability available to support wellbeing * Connect with communities at every level; working with them to promote health & wellbeing Six lots are being procured as part of this process, aligning with the current structure in place across BNSSG this lot relates to: 3. Bristol: South Each contract let pursuant to this process will run for an initial period of 3 years, with extension options of a further 6 years, to a maximum total length of 9 years. The annual value will be PS30,000 per locality (per contract), and the maximum whole life (9 year) value of each contract will be PS270,000. As an Integrated Care System, it is important that we have a sustainable voluntary & community sector; one which is connected to communities and connected to the strategic development of support. To achieve the above, we are requesting expressions of interest from organisations who can serve the diverse populations of Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire. The key aims of each contract will be to: * Provide collaborative leadership of the VCS in the locality, through reviewing and supporting locality development plans * Promote strengths and asset-based approaches and strategies within the locality * Facilitate and support the development of a local evidence base e.g. uptake in Social Prescribing, etc. * Support the continuous asset mapping of localities to create Joint Strategic Strengths Assessments * Support the building of relationships across communities, VCS and statutory organisations * Represent the VCS Locality Partners on the Building Healthier Communities Programme Expressions of interest must be received via the In-Tend e-procurement system at no later than midday on 05 March 2021. A separate expression of interest must be submitted for each lot. This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central & West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioner. Additional information: The services are deemed to be subject to the full regime of current procurement legislation and as such this tender will be conducted in accordance with, and governed by, the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This contract will therefore be awarded in accordance with the provisions applicable in Section 5 (sub-section 7) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Lot 4 - North Somerset: Weston & Worle Sirona care & health CIC, on behalf of the Healthier Together partners, is seeking expressions of interest from organisations to become a Lead VCS Locality Partner for each of the current six (6) Localities across Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire (BNSSG). Lead VCS Locality Partners will work with other local organisations & community groups to: * Develop true collaboration - valuing what strengths we each bring * Enhance the resources & capability available to support wellbeing * Connect with communities at every level; working with them to promote health & wellbeing Six lots are being procured as part of this process, aligning with the current structure in place across BNSSG this lot relates to: 4. North Somerset: Weston & Worle Each contract let pursuant to this process will run for an initial period of 3 years, with extension options of a further 6 years, to a maximum total length of 9 years. The annual value will be PS30,000 per locality (per contract), and the maximum whole life (9 year) value of each contract will be PS270,000. As an Integrated Care System, it is important that we have a sustainable voluntary & community sector; one which is connected to communities and connected to the strategic development of support. To achieve the above, we are requesting expressions of interest from organisations who can serve the diverse populations of Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire. The key aims of each contract will be to: * Provide collaborative leadership of the VCS in the locality, through reviewing and supporting locality development plans * Promote strengths and asset-based approaches and strategies within the locality * Facilitate and support the development of a local evidence base e.g. uptake in Social Prescribing, etc. * Support the continuous asset mapping of localities to create Joint Strategic Strengths Assessments * Support the building of relationships across communities, VCS and statutory organisations * Represent the VCS Locality Partners on the Building Healthier Communities Programme Expressions of interest must be received via the In-Tend e-procurement system at no later than midday on 05 March 2021. A separate expression of interest must be submitted for each lot. This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central & West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioner. Additional information: The services are deemed to be subject to the full regime of current procurement legislation and as such this tender will be conducted in accordance with, and governed by, the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This contract will therefore be awarded in accordance with the provisions applicable in Section 5 (sub-section 7) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Lot 5 - North Somerset: Woodspring Sirona care & health CIC, on behalf of the Healthier Together partners, is seeking expressions of interest from organisations to become a Lead VCS Locality Partner for each of the current six (6) Localities across Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire (BNSSG). Lead VCS Locality Partners will work with other local organisations & community groups to: * Develop true collaboration - valuing what strengths we each bring * Enhance the resources & capability available to support wellbeing * Connect with communities at every level; working with them to promote health & wellbeing Six lots are being procured as part of this process, aligning with the current structure in place across BNSSG this lot relates to: 5. North Somerset: Woodspring Each contract let pursuant to this process will run for an initial period of 3 years, with extension options of a further 6 years, to a maximum total length of 9 years. The annual value will be PS30,000 per locality (per contract), and the maximum whole life (9 year) value of each contract will be PS270,000. As an Integrated Care System, it is important that we have a sustainable voluntary & community sector; one which is connected to communities and connected to the strategic development of support. To achieve the above, we are requesting expressions of interest from organisations who can serve the diverse populations of Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire. The key aims of each contract will be to: * Provide collaborative leadership of the VCS in the locality, through reviewing and supporting locality development plans * Promote strengths and asset-based approaches and strategies within the locality * Facilitate and support the development of a local evidence base e.g. uptake in Social Prescribing, etc. * Support the continuous asset mapping of localities to create Joint Strategic Strengths Assessments * Support the building of relationships across communities, VCS and statutory organisations * Represent the VCS Locality Partners on the Building Healthier Communities Programme Expressions of interest must be received via the In-Tend e-procurement system at no later than midday on 05 March 2021. A separate expression of interest must be submitted for each lot. This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central & West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioner. Additional information: The services are deemed to be subject to the full regime of current procurement legislation and as such this tender will be conducted in accordance with, and governed by, the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This contract will therefore be awarded in accordance with the provisions applicable in Section 5 (sub-section 7) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Lot 6 - South Gloucestershire Sirona care & health CIC, on behalf of the Healthier Together partners, is seeking expressions of interest from organisations to become a Lead VCS Locality Partner for each of the current six (6) Localities across Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire (BNSSG). Lead VCS Locality Partners will work with other local organisations & community groups to: * Develop true collaboration - valuing what strengths we each bring * Enhance the resources & capability available to support wellbeing * Connect with communities at every level; working with them to promote health & wellbeing Six lots are being procured as part of this process, aligning with the current structure in place across BNSSG this lot relates to: 6. South Gloucestershire Each contract let pursuant to this process will run for an initial period of 3 years, with extension options of a further 6 years, to a maximum total length of 9 years. The annual value will be PS30,000 per locality (per contract), and the maximum whole life (9 year) value of each contract will be PS270,000. As an Integrated Care System, it is important that we have a sustainable voluntary & community sector; one which is connected to communities and connected to the strategic development of support. To achieve the above, we are requesting expressions of interest from organisations who can serve the diverse populations of Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire. The key aims of each contract will be to: * Provide collaborative leadership of the VCS in the locality, through reviewing and supporting locality development plans * Promote strengths and asset-based approaches and strategies within the locality * Facilitate and support the development of a local evidence base e.g. uptake in Social Prescribing, etc. * Support the continuous asset mapping of localities to create Joint Strategic Strengths Assessments * Support the building of relationships across communities, VCS and statutory organisations * Represent the VCS Locality Partners on the Building Healthier Communities Programme Expressions of interest must be received via the In-Tend e-procurement system at no later than midday on 05 March 2021. A separate expression of interest must be submitted for each lot. This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central & West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioner. Additional information: The services are deemed to be subject to the full regime of current procurement legislation and as such this tender will be conducted in accordance with, and governed by, the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This contract will therefore be awarded in accordance with the provisions applicable in Section 5 (sub-section 7) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001865-2021 | | 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 | 29 Jan 2021 | | Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,620,000 | | Lots value | £1,620,000 | | 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 | SIRONA CARE & HEALTH C.I.C. | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS15 9TR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire | | Local authority | South Gloucestershire | | Electoral ward | Kingswood | | Westminster constituency | Bristol North East | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85322000 - Community action programme - 85323000 - Community health services ## Release History - 29 Jan 2021 at 15:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001865-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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