Leicester City Council · Awarded contract
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Award of Independent Advocacy Services for Adults and Young People in Leicester

Awarded 31 Mar 2016

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Awarded31 Mar 2016
Value£499,045.00
RegionEast Midlands
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 5y 7mo ago5y term
Awarded 31 Mar 2016Expired 30 Mar 2021

Leicester City Council awarded a contract to Leicestershire Action for Mental Health Project [LAMP] and The Carers Centre (Leicestershire & Rutland) for the provision of Independent Advocacy Services in Leicester City.

The service supports vulnerable, disabled, or complex-needs adults (aged 18+) and young people in transition (preparing for adulthood) who receive, are being assessed for, or are entitled to receive services from the Council’s Adult Social Care division, enabling them to be heard, secure their rights, and access needed services.

The contract value is £499,045, with an addendum noting that £364,320.00 relates specifically to LOT 1.

The procurement followed Directive 2014/24/EU Article 74 for Health and Social Services.

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