Advocacy Services for Health and Social Care (NOE.0627)
Framework Overview
This framework agreement was awarded under The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 (PSR).
Contracting authorities should refer to the accompanying briefing document for guidance on the selection process options available when awarding a call-off contract. Under this framework agreement, authorities may either make a direct award (excluding Lot 4) or conduct a competitive process in accordance with the PSR.
In all cases, contracting authorities must take into account the five key criteria set out in the PSR regulations.
We have established this framework for all public sector organisations, including NHS organisations and local authorities, for use when commissioning and providing advocacy services, in order to meet their statutory obligations – and also any non-statutory requirements – in accordance with all relevant legislation, standards, and good practice.
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Additional Information
Background
Independent advocacy is an important part of the health and social care system, offering active support to people who are at risk of exclusion. Access to independent advocacy helps people say what they want, secure their rights, represent their interests, and obtain services they need – in relation to the health, social care, education systems and beyond.
Advocacy services are designed to support individuals in navigating the complex health and social care systems, ensuring they receive appropriate care and assistance. These services can be provided by individuals, organisations, or professionals trained in advocating for patients’ needs and rights.
Benefits
- PSR compliant route to market with pre-qualified suppliers
- Quick and efficient route to market with supporting documentation through Direct Award or Further Competition
- Better patient pathway
- Reduction in patients returning to mental health settings
- Wider community support
- Knowledgeable framework management team to support you
Lots
- Lot 1 – Independent advocates for patients using Social Care Services
- Lot 2 – Independent Mental Capacity Advocates
- Lot 3 – Independent Mental Health Advocates
- Lot 4 – Advocacy for Adult Secure Services
- Lot 5 – Advocacy for Children and Young People
Suppliers
- BID Services
- Cloverleaf Advocacy
- National Youth Advocacy Service (NYAS)
- Together for Mental Wellbeing
- VoiceAbility Advocacy
Notices
Suppliers by Lots
Lot 1 – Independent Advocates for Social Care Service Users
- Cloverleaf Advocacy 2000 Ltd
- VoiceAbility Advocacy
Lot 2 – Independent Mental Capacity Advocates
- Cloverleaf Advocacy 2000 Ltd
- VoiceAbility Advocacy
Lot 3 – Independent Mental Health Advocates
- BID Services
- Cloverleaf Advocacy 2000 Ltd
- VoiceAbility Advocacy
Lot 4 – Advocacy for Adult Secure Services
- BID Services
- Cloverleaf Advocacy 2000 Ltd
- Together for Mental Wellbeing Support Services Ltd
- VoiceAbility Advocacy
Lot 5 – Advocacy for Children and Young People
- BID Services
- National Youth Advocacy Service (NYAS)
- Together for Mental Wellbeing Support Services Ltd
- VoiceAbility Advocacy