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title: "Voluntary Sector Infrastructure Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-047d87"
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buyer: "THE BOROUGH COUNCIL OF CALDERDALE"
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# Voluntary Sector Infrastructure Services

Buyer: THE BOROUGH COUNCIL OF CALDERDALE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-047d87

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## Summary

The Borough Council of Calderdale, in collaboration with the NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board, is actively seeking consortia submissions for the provision of Voluntary Sector Infrastructure (VSI) Services. This initiative aims to enhance the capacity and resilience of the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector within Calderdale. The tender, which follows an open procedure, is classified under CPV code 75200000, indicating services to the community. Key milestones include a Bidders' Day on 5th September 2024 at Princess Buildings, Halifax, with submissions due by 30th September 2024. The contract period spans from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2029, with the overall project valued at £960,000.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses, particularly those experienced in community development and social services, to participate in a high-value, long-term contract. Consortia with a robust track record in enhancing community services and fostering collaboration among public and private sectors are well-positioned to benefit. The VSI services aim to significantly improve life quality for Calderdale residents and attract diverse talent. Businesses can leverage this opportunity to build partnerships with local authorities and health boards, driving both community impact and organisational growth.

## Notice

The Borough Council of Calderdale are pleased to invite consortia submissions from providers to be part of an alliance with The Borough Council of Calderdale and the NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (the Commissioners) to deliver a partnership approach to Voluntary Sector Infrastructure (VSI) Services. This will support and develop the capacity of the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Sector in Calderdale and ensure the VCSE is thriving, resilient and diverse.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Borough Council of Calderdale are pleased to invite consortia submissions from providers to be part of an alliance with The Borough Council of Calderdale and the NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (the Commissioners) to deliver a partnership approach to Voluntary Sector Infrastructure (VSI) Services. This will support and develop the capacity of the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Sector in Calderdale and ensure the VCSE is thriving, resilient and diverse. Outcomes - what we want delivered through our VSI services The overall aim of the service is to support our shared vision for the VCSE which is for a flourishing, sustainable local VCSE sector in Calderdale that enables people to live a larger life by: * Making a real difference to quality of life for Calderdale residents and communities. * Attracting and developing people of all ages and abilities in paid and unpaid roles. * Working alongside those in public and private sector organisations as respected equals. Delivering the VCSE Strategy - Working alongside partners in the Council and the ICB, the VSI providers will play a key role in ensuring delivery of the three key priorities set out in the strategy which are to: * Release the capacity of the VCSE sector by identifying activities or processes that can be stopped, streamlined or improved. * Increase accountability and transparency between all partners by being open about decision-making, use of resources, priorities and what works. * Nurture and protect VCSE people, organisations, and partnerships to ensure a strong VCSE and partnerships for future generations. We will be holding a Bidders' Day Date: Thursday 5th September 2024. Time: 12.30pm to 1.30pm. Location: Princess Buildings, Halifax, HX1 1TP. To register your interest in attending, please email grants@calderdale.gov.uk. Contract start date: 1 April 2025 and Contract end date 31 March 2029.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027976-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning 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 | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | 1 Sep 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £960,000 |
| Lots value | £960,000 |
| 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 | THE BOROUGH COUNCIL OF CALDERDALE |
| Locality | HALIFAX |
| Post town | Halifax |
| Postcode | HX1 1UJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees |
| Local authority | Calderdale |
| Electoral ward | Town |
| Westminster constituency | Halifax |
| Delivery location | TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services
- 75200000 - Provision of services to the community
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 2 Sep 2024 at 14:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027976-2024
- 31 Jul 2024 at 13:49 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023974-2024
- 15 Jul 2024 at 15:19 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021724-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=85282&B=UK
- https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/v2
- https://www.judiciary.uk/
- https://yortender.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/103251

## Provenance

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