Dorset Council · Awarded contract

Awarded

Direct Payment and Individual Service Funds Support Services for Dorset Council

Awarded 30 Sep 2022

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Awarded30 Sep 2022

Value£651,420.00

SupplierCompass Disability Services

AgencyDorset Council

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryPublic Services & Welfare

Expires in 11mo5y term, 82% elapsed

Awarded 30 Sept 2022Expires 29 Sept 2027

About

Dorset Council awarded a contract to Compass Disability Services for Direct Payment and Individual Service Funds Support Services.

The contract, valued at AUD 651,420, commenced on 01 October 2022 and spans five years with options to extend for a further 2 x 12 months, making a potential contract length of seven years.

The provider delivers three interrelated elements: (A) Advice, Guidance and Support for Direct Payments; (B) Holding Account for Direct Payment recipients; and (C) Payroll, HMRC and Pension services for Direct Payment recipients.

The service aims to increase the number of Direct Payments that individuals or their representatives opt to take, enabling informed choices and providing accessible information, advice, and guidance in various formats.

The provider is required to make initial contact within 2 working days of referral and commence support within 5 working days of initial contact.

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