Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13ca0-6429-711a-932a-11975ba89a33/bhcc-eb-community-support-block-contract closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # BHCC EB - Community Support Block Contract [BHCC Asc](https://tendernation.io/buyers/bhcc-asc) Estimated value £450,000 to £500,000 Published 10 Feb 2022 Deadline Closed 7 Mar 2022 ## 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 Brighton and Hove City Council (the Council) are seeking bids from Service Providers for a Community Support block contract. The Contract is for the provision of Community Support to meet the support needs and identified outcomes of a number of adults in the community who have Learning Disabilities, Autistic Spectrum Condition, physical disabilities, Mental Health Needs, Complex/challenging behaviour or personal care needs. The Service Provider is required to take over the provision of support for a cohort of 53 Service Users who currently receive cumulative weekly support hours in the region of 332.5 hours. Some of these Service Users receive a service via a Direct Payment/self funding - the Service Provider is required to offer a service to these individuals. Bidders must consider potential TUPE implications when submitting their tenders. It is anticipated that as soon as the 53 Service Users are transferred successfully referrals will be made to fill any other remaining hours within the block not required by the transferring Service Users. As Service Users move on from the service or their required support hours change, the Service Provider will be required to accept new referrals to the service as part of the block contracting arrangement The service is required to be registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The contract is for 18 months. This tender is to be completed electronically using the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal. [sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities](https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities) The SE Shared Services eSourcing portal provides a web-based tool that provides a simple, secure and efficient means for managing tendering and quotation activities reducing the time and effort required for both buyers and Potential Bidders. The portal allows for tender clarifications and submitting your bid electronically. In order to bid for this opportunity you will need to register your company on the SE Shared Services portal. Additional information: This tender is to be completed electronically using the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal. [sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities](https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities) The SE Shared Services eSourcing portal provides a web-based tool that provides a simple, secure and efficient means for managing tendering and quotation activities reducing the time and effort required for both buyers and Potential Bidders. The portal allows for tender clarifications and submitting your bid electronically. In order to bid for this opportunity you will need to register your company on the SE Shared Services portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes Read full description ## CPV classification Social work and related services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/ba641643-3db4-48ff-a548-9bb42574bc29) 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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