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title: "Bath and North East Somerset ASC Sensory Impairment Support Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055838"
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# Bath and North East Somerset ASC Sensory Impairment Support Services

Buyer: BATH & NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055838

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## Summary

Bath & North East Somerset Council has completed the procurement process, awarding the contract for ASC Sensory Impairment Support Services. As a public authority operating under sub-central government classification, the council utilised an open procedure in alignment with the Procurement Act 2023, Light Touch Regime for contracts above the threshold. This initiative addresses the needs of individuals with hearing and visual impairments within the region, emphasising a person-centred, flexible service. The contract was signed on 10 December 2025 and will commence on 1 January 2026, with a term lasting until 31 December 2030, subject to a potential extension until 2032. Total contract value stands at £742,574 GBP, with the services primarily delivered in the UKK12 region. 

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses focused on social services, particularly those prioritising inclusive and community support initiatives. Suitable parties include small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as demonstrated by the involvement of Sight Support West of England, a regional SME specialising in sensory impairment services. The requirement to deliver comprehensive support and facilitate equipment access amplifies the scope for businesses with expertise in assistive technology and community outreach, enabling growth through partnership with public sector authorities. Businesses capable of providing innovative solutions in this area could benefit from the established funding and extended contract period, alongside potential renewals, fostering long-term growth within the social care industry.

## Notice

Bath & North East Somerset has awarded the Contract for the provision of the ASC Sensory Impairment Support Services . The procurement run in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, Light Touch Regime (LTR) above-threshold, one stage tender. The Sensory Impairment Support Service will provide support to people who live in B&NES or are registered with a GP in B&NES who have a hearing and or visual impairment. The service will offer Information and Advice, access to assistive equipment and facilitate social activities and opportunities. The service will take a person-centred approach and provide flexible and responsive service, promoting individuals' ability to maintain their independence and build connections within their communities.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Potential 2 year extension beyond the initial term. If contract extension is taken the contract expires 31st December 2032. The Contract Terms include a discretional uplift. The values have been uplifted to allow some headroom for any potential uplifts, which are not guaranteed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082651-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £863,720 |
| Lots value | £863,720 |
| Awards value | £742,574 |
| Contracts value | £742,574 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BATH & NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA1 5AW |
| 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 | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Kingsmead |
| Westminster constituency | Bath |
| Delivery location | TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SIGHT SUPPORT WEST OF ENGLAND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85310000 - Social work services
- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation
- 85322000 - Community action programme

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2025 at 16:32 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082651-2025
- 6 Oct 2025 at 12:01 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062490-2025
- 3 Jul 2025 at 11:23 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037072-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082651-2025
  12th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062490-2025
  6th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037072-2025
  3rd July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.procontract.due-north.com
  Contract reference number: DN779257 DN780788
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=5a7df2dc-e957-f011-813a-005056b64545&fromRfxSummary=True&rfxId=cab12db9-eb57-f011-813a-005056b64545

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bathnes.gov.uk
- http://www.sightsupportwest.org.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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