1. Provider Day Provider Day Adult Social Services Residential Homes, Supported Living and Domiciliary Providers (Learning Disabilities) Corporate Procurement

2. Domiciliary Care Indicative Timetable Accreditation of new providersJuly 2013 Availability of tender documents / specifications July 2013 Return of completed tender documentation Sept 2013 EvaluationOct 2013 Award – Cabinet approvalNov 2013 Contract Start dateJan 2014

3. Residential Homes (Learning Disabilities) Indicative Timetable 2 nd Provider Day – Procurement Process Sept 2013 Accreditation of new providersSept 2013 Availability of documents and further information Oct 2013 Return of complete tender documentationDec 2013 EvaluationDec 2013 Award – Cabinet approvalJan 2014 Contract Start dateFeb 2014

4. The Chest  E-tendering portal run by Due North  www.the-chest.org.uk www.the-chest.org.uk  Technical queries: 0845 293 0459

5. The ChestThe Chest login screen  From this screen you should enter your user name and password and click on ‘Sign In’.. click on the ‘Search’ icon or My Opportunities There are a number of more detailed supplier guides here

7. Personal Support Accreditation Process

8. Important Aspects to Remember during the Process Download all the relevant documents. Read the ‘Scope and Specification’ first Read all supporting documents Complete the online Supplier Questionnaire and attach any relevant supporting documents. Ensure you read descriptions and supplier help. Attach your tender document and submit. Keep checking the Chest for any new Questions raised by other providers DO NOT contact a Council Officer directly. A Late Submission or a submission with any missing or incomplete information cannot be accepted after the Closing Date and Time has Elapsed

9. Raising a Question All questions should be raised on The Chest Any post tender clarifications can be viewed here

10. Any Questions?  FAQ’s from this and the previous provider day will be available to anyone who has expressed an interest on The Chest.  All Technical queries should be directed to Due North: Tel: 0845 293 0459 www.the-chest.org.uk www.the-chest.org.uk  All questions relating to this process to be raised via The Chest