Provision of Core assessments of adults under the Care Act 2014

East Sussex County Council has completed a direct award contract for the provision of core assessments of adults under the Care Act 2014. This public procurement process falls within the health and social work services category and was carried out in the United Kingdom, specifically within the South East region. The procurement involved a service contract that commenced on 18th August 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026.

The procurement method used was below threshold without competition, under light touch regulations, with the contract status marked as complete as of 10th September 2025. This contract presents opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social work services, particularly those capable of conducting care and support plans as well as mental capacity assessments. It illustrates a growing need for professional expertise in adult social care, driven by statutory obligations under the Care Act.

Large organisations, such as the awarded supplier IMPERIUM RESOURCING t/a IMPERIUM SOLUTIONS LIMITED, are well-suited to provide these assessments and related services. The monetary value of this contract underscores the potential for substantial business growth within this public sector market, fostering opportunities for alike enterprises skilled in catering to governmental social care needs.