Scope
Description
Cumberland Council wishes to commission a provider to deliver an advice and equipment service for people who are d/Deaf, hard of hearing or have dual sensory loss from 01st September 2025
The service comprises four main elements:
• Information, advice and guidance
• Care Act assessments
• Equipment
• Prevention and deaf awareness training.
It will be available to all adults (and young people aged 16-17 in transition from adult social care to children's services) who are d/Deaf, hard of hearing or have dual sensory loss and are resident in Cumberland.
Referrals will come from the council, NHS, other public or third sector organisations, as well as from people themselves.
The provider will also create measurable social value to the people of Cumberland through volunteering and work experience.
The service will help people achieve positive outcomes relating to independence, inclusion, making well-informed decisions and safety, among others.
The contract will commence on 01st September 2025 and will continue for a period of 12 months, unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of Contract.
There is a potential for a contract extension of one 12-month period, depending on both the success in achieving the outcomes and availability of further funding.
The estimated total value of the contract over the total contract period (including any extension period) is a maximum value of £170,150. but no guarantee is given as to the actual value of the contract.
Total value (estimated)
- £141,791 excluding VAT
- £170,150 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2026
- Possible extension to 31 August 2027
- 2 years
Description of possible extension:
There is the potential for a contract extension of one 12-month period, depending on both the success in achieving the required outcomes and availability of further funding.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85100000 - Health services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
Contract locations
- UKD1 - Cumbria
Participation
This procurement is reserved for
UK suppliers
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
16 July 2025, 10:00am
Tender submission deadline
23 July 2025, 10:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 80% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
| Price | Price | 10% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Cumberland Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJGX-9191-DYLV
Cumbria House, 107-117 Botchergate
Carlisle
CA1 1RD
United Kingdom
Region: UKD12 - East Cumbria
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government