Bath and North East Somerset Adult Social Care Specialist Support
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Bath & North East Somerset Council is initiating a public procurement process under the planning stage for the "Bath and North East Somerset Adult Social Care Specialist Support" tender. This procurement falls under the social work services industry category, with a focus on community support services for adults with sensory impairments. The planned procurement notice was published on 9th April 2025, and the procurement process is expected to follow an open procedure with a tender period ending on 25th June 2025.
The awarded contract should be in place by 15th October 2025, with services commencing on 1st January 2026. The procurement is targeted at enhancing accessibility and inclusion, with an estimated value of £740,000 over a seven-year period. A supplier event is scheduled for 24th April 2025 to provide more details and address any queries.
This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in social care services, particularly those with experience in providing support to individuals with sensory impairments. Businesses well-suited for this tender would include those capable of delivering comprehensive support, advice, and social activities to enhance the quality of life and independence for adults with hearing and visual impairments. The Council is looking for providers with at least two years of relevant experience, local mobilisation capabilities, and staff with appropriate skills and knowledge.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply. The focus on social value and accessibility further opens up opportunities for businesses committed to community engagement and improving health outcomes.
Bath and North East Somerset Council is alerting the market to an upcoming tender for Community Support Services: Specialist Support services, previously under a prime provider model since 2017, to improve outcomes for Adults and Carers, prevent health inequalities, and prevent, delay or reduce statutory care needs. This Planned Procurement Notice alerts the market to a forthcoming procurement opportunity. Please note that the details are provided to inform potential bidders but remain subject to change as specifications and strategy are finalised, with no commitment implied.
Estimated value: PS740,000 over 7 years*. *Funding includes BCF contributions, intended at this value, subject to external confirmation. The Council's objective is to deliver specialist support, targeting outcomes like enhanced accessibility and inclusion. Services Covered: Sensory Impairment Support Service: This service provides comprehensive support for adults with hearing and visual impairments in Bath and North East Somerset, offering information, advice, assistive equipment, and social activities to enhance quality of life and independence. * Scope, specifications and value may adjust based on feedback.
Procurement approach: Standalone Open Tender (1 lot) with services starting 1 January 2026. Social value (min 10% weighting) focuses on accessibility, and inclusion. Mandatory requirements may include but will not be limited to: 2 years' experience or equivalent, ability to mobilise locally and community connections, staff with lived experience or evidencable relevant skill set and knowledge base and compliance with safeguarding standards.
Bidders must demonstrate the ability to provide a locally accessible presence to effectively deliver specialist support services. An online supplier event on Thursday, 24 April 2025 will provide details and answer queries. Register via Proactis (procontract.due-north.com) for event access.
Post-event feedback is welcome; event Q&A will not inform submissions unless published on Proactis. Submit formal queries post-event via the portal for official responses. The session will be recorded and available for non-attendees.
Anticipated 5+2 (subject to change).
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The contract period is five years.
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