Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bb7-fef6-7238-9d06-ce963d5daa7a/bath-and-north-east-somerset-adult-social-care-specialist-support closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Bath and North East Somerset Adult Social Care Specialist Support [Bath & North East Somerset Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/bath-north-east-somerset-council) Open field Estimated value £740,000 Published 9 Apr 2025 Deadline Closed 25 Jun 2025 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender 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: £740,000 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](https://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. Read full description ## CPV classification Social work services Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-05002d-2025-04-09T23:41:19+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-05002d-2025-04-09T23:41:19+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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