Sandwell Carers Service

Published

7 February 2025

Submission deadline

18 March 2025

Estimated value

£1,500,000

Place of performance

UKG37

Procedure

Open procedure

Lots

1

Notice number

004156-2025

Reference

ocds-h6vhtk-04dcb7

Official source

Official source

CPV codes

• 85000000Health and social work services

Description

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council wishes to procure a new Carers Service in Sandwell where carers can access information, advice, and support in line with the Care Act 2014. The Care Act 2014 placed a duty on all Councils to consider the needs of carers on equal footing to the person receiving care and support. There is a clear focus in the Act on promoting carers' wellbeing, taking account of the impact caring has on all aspects of their lives. It is therefore a statutory requirement that every Council has a robust offer to identify carers and support them appropriately. The new service will work with local partners towards better lives for Carers in Sandwell. It will improve outcomes for Sandwell carers, including health, wellbeing and opportunities. Key functions will include: 1. Support for carers to identify or be identified as carers - including campaigns, targeted activities for under- represented groups of carers and promotion/awareness raising 2. Single point of access for carers with information and advice, and signposting to the right support 3. Preventative community based support - including peer support groups and work with local partners 4. Checks on car…

Official publications

• FTS · 004156-2025 · 7 February 2025

Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline to bid for this tender?

The submission deadline is 18 March 2025. Check the official source, as dates can be modified.

What is the estimated value of this tender?

The estimated value published by the buyer is £1,500,000.

Who is the buyer of this tender?

The contracting authority is SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL (United Kingdom).

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