Award of Carer Support Services Contract to Family Action and Durham County Carers Support
Durham County Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Carer Support Services Contract to Family Action and Durham County Carers Support
Awarded 31 Mar 2018
Awarded31 Mar 2018
Value£4,911,143.00
AgencyDurham County Council
RegionNorth East
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 5y 7mo ago3y term
Awarded 31 Mar 2018Expired 30 Mar 2021
About
Durham County Council awarded a contract to Family Action and Durham County Carers Support for the provision of Carer Support Services.
The contract was divided into two lots: Lot 1 for a single provider to deliver advice and support to adult and parent carers across County Durham, fulfilling the Council's duty under the Care Act 2014 to assess carers' needs; and Lot 2 for a single provider to support young carers, ensuring they are not disadvantaged by their caring responsibilities and are protected from inappropriate caring.
The total contract value is £4,911,143.
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