APST003 (Mentoring, Gloucester and Forest)

Gloucestershire County Council has completed an open procurement process for mentoring support services within Gloucestershire, titled "APST003 (Mentoring, Gloucester and Forest)." This contract falls under the health and social work services category, offering services within the United Kingdom. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to the Aspire Foundation on 19th March 2025.

The contract period is set from 28th April 2025 to 30th January 2026, valued at £19,263. The procurement method used was an open procedure, which encourages wide participation to secure the best possible outcome for the contracting authority. This tender provides an excellent opportunity for businesses focusing on health and social work services to expand their reach within Gloucestershire.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as those part of the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector were particularly encouraged to compete for this contract. The nature of the mentoring support services required suits organisations with expertise in providing social and community support, promising growth and collaboration prospects with local government entities. Interested parties can align their offerings with public sector needs based on Gloucestershire's strategic objectives for community enrichment and support.