Devon County Council · Awarded contract
Awarded

Provision of Social Care and Health Advocacy Services for Adults and Children in Devon and Torbay

Awarded 31 Mar 2018

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Awarded31 Mar 2018
Value£4,479,160.80
SupplierLiving Options Devon,NYAS
AgencyDevon County Council
RegionSouth West
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 5y 7mo ago3y term
Awarded 31 Mar 2018Expired 30 Mar 2021

About

Devon County Council awarded a contract to Living Options Devon and NYAS for the provision of advocacy services to adults and children who use health and social care services in the areas covered by Devon County Council and Torbay Council.

The contract comprises two lots: Lot 1 for adults' advocacy and Lot 2 for advocacy for children and young people, with a total value of £4,479,160.8.

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