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<p>The Procurement process for the new Asylum Accommodation and Support Services Contract
will be fully compliant with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015). The
initial stage of the process, which has just been completed, conforms with the Crown
Commercial Service Procurement Policy Note (8/16) dated 9 September 2016, and has
used the Standard Selection Questionnaire (SSQ) 2016 as the basis to complete the
selection stage.</p><p>In accordance with the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012,
we have undertaken extensive and relevant market and stakeholder consultation during
the pre-procurement phase of the procurement. Information derived during this process
has informed the design of the service delivery model. This has enabled the Authority
to place the Service User, and “relevant areas” at the centre of the new contract.</p><p>The
procurement process for the project is compliant with the Equality Act 2010, it ensures
that the services procured under this contract are accessible to, and meet the diverse
needs of all users.</p>
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