Scope
Reference
BBC AD 04115
Description
The Rural Community Support Service connects individuals with relevant services and support, acting as a bridge between residents and local resources. The Service undertakes visits to older people to help them with free support & assistance.
Total value (estimated)
- £420,760 excluding VAT
- £504,912 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 15 June 2026 to 14 June 2029
- Possible extension to 14 June 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
Two Periods of 12 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85312310 - Guidance services
Submission
Tender submission deadline
19 February 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/Home
Via Bedford Borough Council eProcurement Portal InTend
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Quality 60%
Price 40%
Please see the ITT Guidance Document for further details of award criteria
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
Light touch
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/Home
Please see Bedford Borough Council eProcurement Portal
Rural Community Support Services (RCSS)
InTend Reference BBC AD 04115
Contracting authority
Bedford Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLCV-4616-VTHL
Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street
Bedford
MK42 9AP
United Kingdom
Region: UKH24 - Bedford
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government