CE-17-23 - Proposed Provision of a Pan-Ayrshire Community Based Hearing Support Service

Concepts

• health and social work
• kilmarnock
• ayr
• irvine
• service users confidence
• a pan-ayrshire community based hearing support service
• south ayrshire
• pan-ayrshire community
• peer support
• the service provider selects

Location

Ayr

Description

The service will provide a “Community Based Hearing Support Service” comprising of 10 (3 hours per session) sessions. These times shall be agreed with the successful Service Provider, the frequency of which shall be monthly, to be delivered to members of the public across 10 locations in North (including Arran), East (including Doon Valley) and South Ayrshire. The locations that the Service Provider selects must be discussed with and approved by each authority. Locations and venues must be flexible, and every venue must undergo a risk assessment. The service provider will also provide more tailored support for individuals taking account of alternative delivery methods. Activities to include offering peer support to give Service Users confidence to be more independent in the management of their auditory loss, replacing ear mould tubing and hearing aid batteries, where required. Other important benefits associated with the aims of this Service shall be to: - - Support independent living. - Reduce isolation. - Signpost Service Users to other agencies - Work in partnership/link in with existing Services

Renewal Options

(+1) (+1)

CPV Codes

• 85000000 - Health and social work services

Indicators

• Bids should cover the whole contract.
• This is a recurring contract.
• Renewals are available.
• Performance considerations apply.
• Professional qualifications are sought.
• Award on basis of price and quality.

Other Information

Please refer to Procurement documents The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 25194. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-pr... A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: Please refer to Procurement documents (SC Ref:756755)