Integrated Advocacy Service

Derby City Council has concluded the awarding process for its procurement, titled "Integrated Advocacy Service" under the Health and social work services category (CPV: 85000000). The procurement aimed to appoint a single service provider to manage an Integrated Independent Advocacy Service hub in Derby, UK. The contract began on 1st April 2025 and is anticipated to run through to 31st March 2028, with potential annual extensions up to a total of five years.

Applications were accepted via electronic submission, and the selection criteria included a detailed assessment of suitability, quality, and price. Key dates included a document submission deadline on 15th January 2025 and a bid return deadline on 16th January 2025 at 10 AM. This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for organisations experienced in providing health and social work services, especially those with a background in advocacy programmes.

Companies capable of delivering high-quality management and monitoring advocacy referrals while efficiently using data systems will find this contract particularly suitable. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) may benefit from the partnership dynamics that this project necessitates, working closely with Derby City Council and affiliated health partners. The contract’s structure supports investment in personnel training and quality information management, providing the winning supplier with room to enhance service delivery and scalability.

The project’s emphasis on economies of scale and effective partnership working highlights its potential to foster sustainable business growth.