Published date: 1 December 2022

Closed early engagement


Closing date: 6 January 2023

Contract summary

Industry

  • Health and social work services - 85000000

Location of contract

South West

Procurement reference

BRISTOLCC001-DN641759-22057042

Published date

1 December 2022

Closing date

6 January 2023

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

Expression of interest for BCC's Deaf Equipment Service.

The Council wish to appoint a provider with the primary aim of promoting and enhancing the independence and social inclusion of adults aged over 18 years who are deaf or hard of hearing by providing information, advice and equipment.

The service will; Provide a detailed assessment in the persons home, where possible which informs the equipment that is subsequently provided or recommended. Provide access to a resource room, where people can see a range of equipment. Provide equipment and aids. Provide training and follow up support to the referred person and their family, friends or carers as appropriate in relation to the equipment prescribed. Provide and/or signpost information about other services key to establishing and/or maintaining independence and social inclusion. Have an understanding of the impact of living with hearing loss through lived experience and provide practical information and advice on dealing with the challenges hearing loss brings.

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About the buyer

Contact name

Tom Lynes

Address

Bristol City Council
City Hall, College Green
Bristol
BS1 5TR
United Kingdom

Telephone

+44 0

Email

Tom.Lynes@bristol.gov.uk

Website

https://www.bristol.gov.uk/