Community Autism Support and Advice (CASA)

The procurement process for the Community Autism Support and Advice (CASA) service is managed by Gloucestershire County Council, a regional authority in the UK. This initiative falls under the health services category and targets residents in Gloucestershire with autism. The procurement method employed is a limited procedure, executed under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR).

The intention to award this service contract, valued at GBP 300,000, was announced on 17 June 2025. The standstill period commences following the publication of this notice, with representations from providers due by 27 June 2025. This process is essential for supporting transition-age youth and adults, providing a comprehensive range of autism-related services and advice.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with expertise in providing autism support and that can manage community-based service delivery. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like the Gloucestershire Rural Council and Communities (GRCC), which has been identified as the supplier, are well-positioned to bid for such contracts. The service component involves delivering personalised support, fostering social inclusion, and building peer support networks, thus presenting a growth opportunity for organisations adept at working within local communities to enhance the quality of life for individuals through tailored, person-centred approaches.

Additionally, the contract has an option to extend by 12 months, providing further potential for sustained business engagement.