Provision of a Financial Well-being and Debt Advice Service in the Borough Council of Newcastle–under–Lyme 2026 – 2029

The Borough Council of Newcastle-under-LymecontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-0610ceProcurement Act 2023SME suitableVCSE suitableclosed for bids
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Estimated value

£210k

services

Awarded value

Suppliers

0

Lots

1

0 awarded

Published

15 Apr 2026

Deadline 08 May 2026

Description

The Borough Council of Newcastle-under-Lyme is seeking an experienced provider to continue the delivery of a Financial Well-Being and Debt Advice Service. This service remains a priority for the Council particularly in the current economic climate.

Scope

Reference
ocds-h6vhtk-0610ce
Total value
£210,000 excluding VAT
£252,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
30 Sept 2026 to 30 Sept 2028
Possible extension to 30 Sept 2029

Option for the Borough Council of Newcastle-under-Lyme to extend by one additional year post LGR.

Main category
services
CPV classifications
79412000
Contract locations
UK, United Kingdom
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Award criteria

Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.

NameDescriptionTypeWeighting
PriceThe price must be in line (or below) the budget available for delivery of the service.price30.00%
QualityService Model and Accessibilityquality20.00%
QualityQuality of Advice, Compliance and Safeguardingquality20.00%
QualityOutcomes, Impact and Performance Managementquality20.00%
Social ValueSocial Value and Community Collaborative Workingquality10.00%

Participation

Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.

The provider must be authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to deliver debt counselling or debt adjustment services.

Debt advisors must hold the necessary qualifications and certifications that meet the standards set by the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS).

Submission & procedure

Enquiry deadline
01 May 2026, 4:00 pm
Submission deadline
08 May 2026, 4:00 pm
Submission address
http://www.mytenders.co.uk
Electronic submission
Yes
Procedure
Open procedure