Decision Maker: Corporate Director of Health and Adult Services
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: Yes
To seek approval to extend the Welfare Benefits Unit Contract
It has been agreed to extend and vary the contract for the provision of a North Yorkshire welfare rights, information and guidance service provided by the Welfare Benefits Unit (WBU) for up to 2 years from 1st April 2022 to the 31st March 2024.
Approval has also been given to vary the extension clause from 2 years to 4 periods of 6 months. It is proposed the contract will be reviewed and extended at 6 monthly break points.
The WBU offers specialist welfare benefits advice to those who work with members of the public. It aims to maximise benefit entitlement, helping to reduce the incidence and impact of poverty and in doing so improve health, wellbeing, financial and social inclusion.
The extension will allow further exploration of the current business model and service delivery options, including ensuring that NYCC continues to receive value for money from the cost of the contract.
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Publication date: 14/02/2022
Date of decision: 11/02/2022
Effective from: 19/02/2022