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closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs

# Building Based Respite

[Staffordshire County Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/staffordshire-county-council)

Estimated value

£450,000

Published

11 Feb 2020

Deadline

Closed

19 Mar 2020

## 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.

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## About this tender

The Council is seeking responses from the independent marketplace about their ability to provide Building Based Respite (also referred to as short breaks or Residential Replacement Care).

- Needs Overview:

The provision of building based (overnight) respite to Individuals, aged 18 years old +, who have a primary diagnosis of a Learning Disability and/or Autism.

In addition, some Individuals may, display behaviours that challenge, have profound and multiple disabilities have limited or no verbal communication, have other physical health, mobility, frailty, ageing issues including risk of fall, complex health needs, epilepsy and dementia. With requirements for; support to transfer, aids and adaptations, such as hoists.

Individuals using the service may require support with personal care, maintaining/managing hydration and nutrition (including meal preparation), transfers, maintaining and managing any health issues/conditions (including administration of medication), building and maintaining relationships with others and accessing activities and opportunities.

The Services will provide both 'planned' respite and support in case of an emergency.

### All information can be obtained from

[supperlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login](https://supperlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login)

Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at [supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login](https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login)

Additional information: 2. Location:

The service will deliver services from 2 locations across the county - max 15 beds:

### Cannock

### East Staffordshire

The Council requires a single provider to deliver the aforementioned services in their entirety.

The Council may consider Consortium contracting and/or subcontracting arrangements if appropriate.

- Staffing Requirements:

Services, support and staffing expectations include:

The service will be operational 24/7 - 365 days per year, providing overnight support;

The service will be required to be CQC Registered;

Staff trained and qualified (as appropriate) in supporting adults with a Learning Disability and associated needs - including those with 'complex care' needs (listed in Section1: Needs Overview)

Outcome focussed through the delivery of high quality, strengths based, personalised care and support:

Creative, Innovative and solution focussed in respect of partnership working, the use of Assistive Technology and maximising independence (i.e. lLife sskills assessment) the use of local community facilities and opportunities;

Support people using the facilities in respect of assessing and developing their skillset and maximising their independence.

TUPE may apply.

- Accommodation:

The council has purpose-built accommodation for the provision of two of these services currently - which will be included in any contractual arrangements.

- Indicative Budget:

The maximum indicative contractual amount is Â£900,000.00 per annum

All volumes and values are indicative and subject to review and update at any time.

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## CPV classification

Health and social work services

Source

Contracts Finder (UK)

[View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/b94f746a-6cbb-4fd9-89e4-72968e2f8bbf)

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