The provision of Care and Support Services for a Working Age Adult Supported Living Scheme at Elva Court, Bexhill in East Sussex.

" This contract falls under the Health and social work services category, with a classification code of 85000000. The services are to be delivered in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The award stage of this contract was reached on 31 October 2020, with the contract period commencing on 16 November 2020 and extended until 15 November 2027.

The procedure followed was an open method, appropriate for procurement processes above the financial threshold. This opportunity fosters business growth for organisations specialising in health and social work services, particularly those that are small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). The supplier awarded the contract is Together for Mental Wellbeing, an organisation advocating mental health support, indicating that businesses with expertise in mental health support and community care services would be well-positioned for similar future tenders.

The open procurement method ensures a fair competitive environment, ideal for businesses looking to expand their service offerings in the public sector.