Scope
Reference
DN780788
Description
Bath & North East Somerset has awarded the Contract for the provision of the ASC Sensory Impairment Support Services . The procurement run in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, Light Touch Regime (LTR) above-threshold, one stage tender.
The Sensory Impairment Support Service will provide support to people who live in B&NES or are registered with a GP in B&NES who have a hearing and or visual impairment. The service will offer Information and Advice, access to assistive equipment and facilitate social activities and opportunities.
The service will take a person-centred approach and provide flexible and responsive service, promoting individuals' ability to maintain their independence and build connections within their communities.
Contract 1
Supplier
Contract value
- £742,574 excluding VAT
- £742,574 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
10 December 2025
Contract dates
- 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2030
- Possible extension to 31 December 2032
- 7 years
Description of possible extension:
The contract is for an initial 5-year term, with an optional 2-year extension, subject to performance review and budget approval.
Please note that the Contract Value published in the Tender Notice (UK4) differs from the figures shown above because it included some headroom, to allow for any possible uplift that might be agreed throughout the contract. This uplift is not guaranteed.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation
- 85322000 - Community action programme
Contract locations
- UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Supplier
Sight Support West of England
- Charity Commission (England and Wales): 1178384
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQPQ-9743-XGYY
St Lucy's Sight Centre, Browfort, Bath Road
Devizes
SN10 2AT
United Kingdom
Email: info@sightsupportwest.org.uk
Website: http://www.sightsupportwest.org.uk
Region: UKK15 - Wiltshire CC
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1
Contracting authority
Bath & North East Somerset Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLVH-3287-JWJV
The Guildhall
Bath
BA1 5AW
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@bathnes.gov.uk
Region: UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government