CONTRACT NOTICE – NATIONAL

1 Authority Details

1.1

Authority Name and Address

1.2

Address from which documentation may be obtained

1.3

Completed documents must be returned to:

2 Contract Details

2.1

Title

Citizen Directed Co-operative Cymru Project - Toolkit

2.2

Description of the goods or services required

Citizen Directed Cooperative Toolkit

The learning gained through the project will inform production of a toolkit, which will include lessons learned and guidance regarding how a similar model could be developed elsewhere in Wales and in other areas of the UK.

The toolkit will be produced in a bi-lingual digital format and will also be available in hard copy and accessible formats, including Easy Read, audio/visual and a version for children and young people.

Proposed Objective

• To develop a learning resource to promote knowledge and understanding regarding how greater citizen voice, control and independence in Wales can be achieved through the take-up of Direct Payments via the development of citizen directed co-operative support schemes.

Proposed Task

• To produce a Toolkit; a ‘good practice’ guide aimed at

o Direct Payment Support Scheme Networks;

o Disabled People /Disabled People’s Organisations;

o Citizens currently under-represented amongst existing recipients; and

o Public sector organisations, including Welsh Government, Assembly Members, Local Authorities.

• Liaise with DWs Policy and Public Affairs Manager and Finance and Resources Manager in the creation of the toolkit.

NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at http://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=78530.

2.3

Notice Coding and Classification

2.4

Total quantity or scope of tender

Eight thousand pounds

3 Conditions for Participation

3.1

Minimum standards and qualification required

The Consultants must have:

• Knowledge, understanding of and commitment to the Social Model of Disability and its implementation.

• Awareness of the strengths, abilities and experience of Disabled People from diverse communities.

• Understanding of and be committed to all equality issues.

• Proven experience designing and producing toolkits

• A proven track record of delivering work to a high standard.

• Extensive knowledge and experience in the Citizen Directed Co-operative Programme subject areas

The ability to:

• Prioritise workload to meet agreed targets and deadlines.

• Work with and relate to people with a wide range of impairments.

• Design and deliver a toolkit through a variety of methods and techniques

• Value the rights, equality and independence of all disabled people

• Disabled people representing their own views and priorities and having the necessary support to do so

• The cultural importance of the Welsh Language

• Evaluation and self-reflection

4 Administrative Information

4.1

Type of Procedure

Single stage

4.2

Reference number attributed to the notice by the contracting authority

RFQ 060318

4.3

Time Limits

4.5

Language or languages in which tenders or requests to participate can be drawn up

4.6

Tender Submission Postbox

5 Other Information

5.1

Additional Information

(WA Ref:78530)

5.2

Additional Documentation

5.3

Publication date of this notice