Provision of a Wellbeing Support Worker for Families - Children with Additional Support Needs (ASN)

Inverclyde Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of a wellbeing support worker for families with children who have Additional Support Needs (ASN). The procurement, conducted under a restricted procedure, is categorised under general public services within the UKM83 region (Greenock). This tender moved through the planning, tender, and award stages, culminating in a contract awarded to Barnardo's on 31 October 2024.

The contract, valued at £86,000, includes community benefits, aiming to achieve a minimum of five social value points for Inverclyde Council. This tender presents significant opportunities for organisations specialising in support services for families and children with additional needs. Businesses that have expertise in wellbeing and social care services are well-suited to compete in such tenders.

The involvement of a large organisation like Barnardo's underlines the scale and impact of the service required. Participating in similar future tenders can help businesses enhance their portfolios, gain significant contracts, and contribute positively to the community through the inclusion of social value benefits.