Services furnished by business organisations

Tender description

The supplier of the services contained within this contract was the College of Social Work (TCSW). The College of Social Work (TCSW) is a company limited by guarantee with charitable status. It was established following recommendations of the Social Work Task Force in 2009 to be the custodian of high professional standards and be a strong voice for the profession. TCSW decided to close on 30.9.2015. TCSW statement on closure can be accessed at: http://www.tcsw.org.uk/membership/ More detail on TCSW can be found on its website: http://www.tcsw.org.uk The Department is keen to make sure that the legacy of TCSW is secured and retained, and that the essential programmes and products remain available to the social work sector. In this regard, arrangements have been made to ensure that there is a smooth and safe transition of Government funded services and information, some of which are being put in place is through this contract. This Contract is for 4 distinct services. There are 4 specific services that are included within this Contract. The successful supplier will be required to: — Host on a website various publications that were commissioned by the Department of Health and Department for Education. This service is required on behalf of both Departments; — Host the Principal Social Worker (PSW) Network (Adults) on behalf of the Department of Health; — Host the Principal Social Worker Network (PSW) (Children and Families) on behalf of the Department for Education; and — Provide Certification services of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) (adults) on behalf of the Department for Health.