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title: "Universal Support Services"
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buyer: "HARLOW DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2017-07-26"
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# Universal Support Services

Buyer: HARLOW DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-521b59e8-c113-455b-8511-917ba7a352fc

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## Summary

The Harlow District Council is currently undertaking a tender process for the "Universal Support Services" aimed at providing assistance to Universal Credit claimants in Harlow, Essex. This initiative, which falls under the welfare services sector, is part of the Council's effort to facilitate transition and support for claimants as they access various services. The open procurement method has a tender period ending on 11th August 2017, with the contract expected to commence on 15th August 2017 and conclude by 31st March 2020. Interested parties can refer to the specified guidelines and documentation for further details.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in the delivery of essential support services to vulnerable populations. Businesses specialising in welfare services, digital support, and financial budgeting assistance would be particularly well-suited to participate in this procurement process, enabling them to expand their service offerings and contribute positively to community welfare initiatives.

## Notice

Universal Credit has now been introduced resulting in a change in the nature and demand for claimant support. Some claimants may need assistance with this transition and support to allow them to access services. To support claimants, The Department for Works and Pensions have made short term funding available to Local Authorities to assist with the delivery of Universal Support (being advice, assistance or support) by Local Authorities and/or their selected partners for: (a) Assisted Digital Support ("ADS") and (b) Personal Budgeting Support ("PBS") The Council is seeking an appropriately qualified partner to deliver the Universal Support Service to Harlow based Claimants referred via the DWP.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70238d5a-f75a-4be5-9934-49b614ab94c2 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Aug 2017 - 31 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HARLOW DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | HARLOW ESSEX |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM20 1WG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH35 West Essex |
| Local authority | Harlow |
| Electoral ward | Little Parndon & Town Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Harlow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312400 - Welfare services not delivered through residential institutions

## Release History

- 26 Jul 2017 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70238d5a-f75a-4be5-9934-49b614ab94c2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70238d5a-f75a-4be5-9934-49b614ab94c2
  26th July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.mytenders.org/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL145695
  NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.harlow.gov.uk/

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