--- title: "Sensory Support" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000611345" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000611345" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000611345.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000611345.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL" published: "2020-02-06" --- # Sensory Support Buyer: DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000611345 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000611345) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000611345.json) ## Summary Dumfries and Galloway Council is seeking to procure services under the title "Sensory Support," aimed at providing care and support for individuals with sight and hearing loss in the Dumfries and Galloway region. This procurement falls within the health sector and is currently at the planning stage. The contract, valued at £134,165, is expected to be formally announced by the end of February 2020, with the new service anticipated to commence in April 2020. Interested parties can find additional details by contacting Gary Kerr at the council. This opportunity presents a significant chance for businesses specializing in care services, particularly those focused on supporting individuals with sensory impairments. Companies that emphasise social inclusion and employ volunteers to assist those with hearing or sight loss would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. By engaging in this procurement process, these businesses can expand their reach and impact within the community, while aligning with the Scottish Government's See Hear Strategy objectives aimed at enhancing the lives of those affected by sensory loss. ## Notice Dumfries and Galloway Council wish to procure care and support for people living in Dumfries and Galloway who have sight and hearing loss. The care and support will include volunteering support for people across Dumfries and Galloway with sensory loss to reduce social isolation. The service enables people with sensory loss to maximise their ability to live independent fulfilling lives. People living with a sensory impairment have support to achieve the outcomes outlined in the Scottish Government's See Hear Strategy. That is people - Are better able to take part in society - Are able to make informed choices - Have equal access to education, employment and leisure - Fulfil their potential - Are able to live as independently as they choose - Live a fulfilling life in the way they choose ### Lot Information Lot 1 Dumfries and Galloway Council wish to procure care and support for people living in Dumfries and Galloway who have sight and hearing loss. The care and support will include volunteering support for people across Dumfries and Galloway with sensory loss to reduce social isolation. The service enables people with sensory loss to maximise their ability to live independent fulfilling lives. People living with a sensory impairment have support to achieve the outcomes outlined in the Scottish Government's See Hear Strategy. That is people - Are better able to take part in society - Are able to make informed choices - Have equal access to education, employment and leisure - Fulfil their potential - Are able to live as independently as they choose - Live a fulfilling life in the way they choose This PIN is being issued to allow any interested provider to express an interest. A contract notice is expected to be released in February 2020 with a new contract expected to begin in April 2020. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380046 | | Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Feb 2020 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 28 Feb 2020 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £134,165 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL | | Locality | DUMFRIES | | Post town | Dumfries and Galloway | | Postcode | DG1 2HP | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway | | Local authority | Dumfries and Galloway | | Electoral ward | Nith | | Westminster constituency | Dumfries and Galloway | | Delivery location | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85300000 - Social work and related services ## Release History - 6 Feb 2020 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380046 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380046 Sensory Support - Dumfries and Galloway Council wish to procure care and support for people living in Dumfries and Galloway who have sight and hearing loss. The care and support will include volunteering support for people across Dumfries and Galloway with sensory loss to reduce social isolation. The service enables people with sensory loss to maximise their ability to live independent fulfilling lives. People living with a sensory impairment have support to achieve the outcomes outlined in the Scottish Government's See Hear Strategy. That is people - Are better able to take part in society - Are able to make informed choices - Have equal access to education, employment and leisure - Fulfil their potential - Are able to live as independently as they choose - Live a fulfilling life in the way they choose ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.dumgal.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000611345 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=611345 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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