--- title: "SCE0019 - Direct Payments Support Service (DPSS)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050e13" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050e13" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050e13.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050e13.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-05-20" --- # SCE0019 - Direct Payments Support Service (DPSS) Buyer: LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050e13 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050e13) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050e13.json) ## Summary Leicester City Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the "Direct Payments Support Service (DPSS)," an initiative within the health and social work services industry category. This process is part of a pipeline notice and not yet a call for competition. The procurement is a light-touch regime potentially starting on 12th July 2029, with a possible end date of 11th July 2033, and a maximum extension up to 2036. Located in the UKF21 region, this service aims to facilitate the management of Direct Payments, providing individuals more control over their Personal Budgets. The future notice date for further tender information is expected by 1st October 2028, and interested participants are encouraged to register on the Central Digital Platform. This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly suited for SMEs and VCSEs interested in health and social work services. As it involves facilitating Direct Payment schemes, companies with expertise in managing personal budgets and supporting individuals in accessing health and social care services are well-positioned to compete. The procurement method indicates the establishment of a framework agreement, signifying long-term partnership opportunities. By engaging early, businesses can prepare to navigate the procurement process effectively and align their services to meet Leicester City Council's needs, thereby expanding their market presence and securing a stable client base. ## Notice Suppliers shall note that this is a UK1 Pipeline Notice and is not a call for competition. It is intended to provide the forecast of the impending procurement opportunity in line with Section 93 of the Procurement Act 2023, but may be amended after publication. There is no guarantee that a tender opportunity will result from this notice and neither does it commit the Council to procuring any contract. However, should a tender opportunity materialise, further detailed notice(s) would be published in line with the Council's obligations. At this stage, no input is required from potential Suppliers, and no further details are available on this opportunity. Furthermore, in preparation for any imminent opportunities, Suppliers are encouraged to register on the Central Digital Platform (Find a Tender Service: https://signin.account.gov.uk/sign-in-or-create). To assist prospective Suppliers, Cabinet Office have published video guides with accompanying PDF user manuals which will help Suppliers understand and navigate the platform, including how to register, upload organisational information and search and bid for opportunities. Please click on the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/information-and-guidance-for-suppliers. The Direct Payment Support Service (DPSS) supports and enables people who choose to take all or part of their Personal Budget/Personal Health Budget as a Direct Payment (DP), to use and manage their DP as easily as possible. Direct Payments (DP) provide people with more choice and control over their needs, and the DPSS provides support for people to manage and use their DP properly and effectively. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046040-2026 | | Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Oct 2028 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 11 Jul 2029 - 11 Jul 2033 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,300,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | LEICESTER | | Post town | Leicester | | Postcode | LE1 1FZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester | | Local authority | Leicester | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Leicester South | | Delivery location | TLF21 Leicester | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 20 May 2026 at 08:07 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046040-2026 - 7 May 2025 at 14:31 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019456-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046040-2026 20th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019456-2025 7th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.leicester.gov.uk - https://signin.account.gov.uk/sign-in-or-create - https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/information-and-guidance-for-suppliers - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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