Independent Health and Social Care Advocacy for Adults

Bath and North East Somerset CouncilcontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-056929Procurement Act 2023Light-touch servicesSME suitableVCSE suitableactive
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1

1 SME

Lots

1

1 awarded

Published

02 Apr 2026

Description

Bath and North East Somerset Council is recommissioning its statutory advocacy services for adults. This includes support under the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act (including DoLS and Liberty Protection Safeguards), Mental Health Act, and advocacy for complaints relating to health and social care. The aim is to ensure residents have access to high-quality, independent advocacy that upholds their rights, supports decision-making, and reflects local needs and legislative requirements.

Scope

Reference
DN784732
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
31 Mar 2026 to 31 Mar 2029
Possible extension to 31 Mar 2031

This agreement will commence on 1st April 2026 and expire on 31st March 2029. This Contract can be extended beyond the initial term for up to a further 24 months subject to satisfactory performance and agreed costs.

CPV classifications
85000000
Contract locations
Bath / North East Somerset, United Kingdom
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Award criteria

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NameDescriptionTypeWeighting
Priceprice30.00%
Qualityquality70.00%

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Open procedure

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