CPH047 Public Health Advisory Service

Derbyshire County Council (DCC) is seeking a Sole Provider or consortium (working as one entity) to provide a free at the point of access independent advisory service funded by DCC, which is publicly recognised and provides advice, support and advocacy on a range of social and financial issues for clients living with or at risk of developing a long term health condition within the geographical area of Derbyshire (excluding Derby City). The Derbyshire Public Health Advisory Service (PHAS) will encompass an advisory service based in GP surgeries and an outreach advisory service in appropriate community venues to support the community wellness approach across all 8 districts in Derbyshire. The Council is procuring the service as detailed in the specification Under the Light Touch Regime, using a bespoke procedure with negotiations. It is intended that the top scoring 3 bidders will be taken through to the negotiation stage following the initial evaluation. However the Council reserves the right to award the contract following the initial evaluation where a suitable solution is identified which meets the Councils requirements without negotiation. There will be a six month mobilisation period commencing from early April 2023 to contract commencement date. The contract will commence on 01 October 2023 for an initial period of 3 years with options to extend for two 24 month periods and one 12 month period up to a maximum of 8 years, subject to available funding.