ASC25078 Direct Payment Support
- Published
- 28 November 2025
- Submission deadline
- 12 January 2026
- Estimated value
- £2,053,254
- Procedure
- Open procedure
- Documents
- 2
- Notice number
- 078158-2025
- Reference
- ocds-h6vhtk-05662d
- Official source
- Official source
CPV codes
- 85000000Health and social work services
- 85310000Social work services
Description
The Council is seeking a supplier to deliver Direct Payment Support across two distinct Lots. A supplier can be awarded either a single Lot or both Lots o Lot 1 – Direct Payments Strategic Support Partner o Lot 2 – Direct Payment Finance Partner The Direct Payments Strategic Support Partner would be required to deliver strategic support to promote the growth of direct payments across Worcestershire and find suitable services to meet the needs of direct payment recipients. As part of Lot 1 the Strategic Support Partner would act as a micro brokerage service for Direct Payment recipients, advising what may be available to them in their area, both paid for and free services that might be available in the Voluntary Community Sector (VCS). The Supplier would also be required to advise social work staff where required. This wider remit could lead to closer working with the Communities Directorate, social prescribers and public health initiatives, supporting the Council to deliver the right service at the right time and the right price. There is evidence that this has worked well in other local authorities, especially with voluntary or service-user-led organisations. It is likely that th…
Lots (2)
| Lot | Description | CPV code | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lot 1 Direct Payments Strategic Support Partner | 85000000 Health and social work services | £674,254 |
| 2 | Lot 2 – Direct Payment Finance Partner | 85000000 Health and social work services | £1,379,000 |
Official publications
- FTS · 078158-2025 · 28 November 2025
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the deadline to bid for this tender?
- The submission deadline is 12 January 2026. Check the official source, as dates can be modified.
- What is the estimated value of this tender?
- The estimated value published by the buyer is £2,053,254.
- Who is the buyer of this tender?
- The contracting authority is Worcestershire County Council (United Kingdom).
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