Scope
Reference
BBC AD 03956
Description
The Rural Community Support Service connects individuals with relevant services and support, acting as a bridge between residents and local resources. The Service makes home visits to older people to help them with free support & assistance.
This contract is for an initial three (3) year term with an option to extend for a further two (2) years in twelve (12) month instalments.
Total value (estimated)
- £420,760 excluding VAT
- £504,912 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 February 2026 to 31 January 2029
- Possible extension to 31 January 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
2 years in twelve month instalments
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85312310 - Guidance services
Contract locations
- UKH24 - Bedford
Participation
This procurement is reserved for
- UK suppliers
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
12 September 2025, 4:00pm
Tender submission deadline
19 September 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Quality: 60%
Price: 40%
Please see Rural Community Support Services 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
In-Tend Reference: BBC AD 03956
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