Provision of Independent Advocacy Services to Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council
Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council · Awarded contract
AwardedProvision of Independent Advocacy Services to Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council
Awarded 31 Mar 2024
Awarded31 Mar 2024
Value£962,070.10
SupplierRethink Trading Limited
RegionYorkshire and The Humber
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 2y 5mo5y term, 52% elapsed
Awarded 31 Mar 2024Expires 30 Mar 2029
About
Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council awarded a contract to Rethink Trading Limited for the provision of independent advocacy services.
The service delivers high-quality statutory advocacy for adults residing in the Borough of Barnsley, covering obligations under the Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act 2007, and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
It also includes a small amount of short-term, non-statutory issue-based advocacy for vulnerable adults who require support in decisions around their care and support needs.
The contract value was £962,070.1.
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