SCC Handy Person (HP)

Surrey County Council is seeking to award a contract for the "SCC Handy Person (HP)" service, which involves providing basic repairs, improvements, or adaptations to ensure safety and independence in homes within the South East UK region. This service, which includes interventions such as small repairs, handrails, and key safe installations, is classified under Health and Social Work Services (CPV 85000000). The procurement process has reached the award stage as of 21 February 2025, with the service contract starting on 01 April 2025 and concluding on 31 March 2028.

The contract, valued at £700,220, was established through a partnership SLA agreement with SCC districts and boroughs. This procurement presents a significant opportunity for large service providers in the health and social care sector, fostering growth by engaging in a long-term contract that expands their service portfolio. The collaborative nature of the contract, involving multiple borough and district councils like Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell, Guildford, Mole Valley, and others, suggests that businesses with experience in multi-agency partnerships and regional service delivery will be well-suited to compete for this and similar tenders in the future.

Additionally, the focus on safety and independence at home taps into a growing market geared towards supporting an ageing population and enhancing community health outcomes.