North Ayrshire Council · Awarded contract

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Provision of Self Directed Support Information and Advice to North, South and East Ayrshire Councils

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Value£554,907.00

SupplierAyrshire Independent Living Network

AgencyNorth Ayrshire Council

RegionScotland

CategoryPublic Services & Welfare

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North Ayrshire Council awarded a contract to Ayrshire Independent Living Network for the provision of independent information and advice on Self-Directed Support options, assisting supported persons and carers to make informed choices and meet support plan outcomes.

The service is jointly funded by North, South and East Ayrshire Councils, with North Ayrshire Council administering the tendering process as lead authority.

The contract, valued at £554,907, covers the full geographical area of all three councils and is for a period of 3 years with an option to extend by up to 24 months based on satisfactory performance and budget approval.

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