Procurement of Independent Mobility Assessments Provider
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The procurement process for the "Procurement of Independent Mobility Assessments Provider" has been completed by Essex County Council. This contract, under the legal basis 2023/54, was concluded using an open procurement method and is aimed at supporting the Blue Badge scheme for individuals with disabilities within the United Kingdom. Located in Chelmsford, the buying organisation, Essex County Council, serves in the UKH36 region with the role of a public authority - sub-central government.
The awarding stage was finalized on the 22nd of August 2025, with a contract valued at £1,392,436 for a period starting from the 1st of October 2025 to the 30th of September 2028, with the potential for renewal up to 2030. This tender represents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs within the health and social work services industry, given its focus on assessing mobility limitations related to disability. Companies adept in conducting thorough mobility assessments would find this contract suitable, with the potential to expand services to include hidden disabilities in the future.
The project aims to ensure Blue Badge eligibility is accurately assessed by qualified expert assessors when other methods are inconclusive, streamlining the process for qualified individuals. Businesses that can deliver consistent quality assessments and adapt to evolving criteria are well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities.
The Blue Badge scheme in England provides parking concessions for individuals with disabilities, enabling them to park closer to their destinations and improve their quality of life. Essex County Council has commissioned a provider to deliver the Government's Blue Badge Scheme and to meet the challenges presented with the Blue Badge Independent Mobility Assessments. The Provider will determine Blue Badge eligibility in cases where the Authority cannot make a clear and robust decision on eligibility using cross checking or desk-based assessment.
Initially the provider will only be assessing applicants under the walking/physical disability criteria, however, there is the possibility this may be extended to also include hidden disabilities in the future.
The Council may at its sole discretion extend the duration of this Agreement for a further maximum period of up to twenty four (24) calendar months commencing on the third anniversary of the Service Commencement Date. The Council may serve such extension notice(s) on as many occasions as it shall think fit provided that the duration of such extensions shall not in total exceed twenty four (24) calendar months from the third anniversary of the Service Commencement Date.
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The contract period is three years.
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