The Provision of a Welfare Benefits, Information and Guidance Service

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Value

£535,500

Classifications

  • Benefit services
  • Value-added information services
  • Sickness benefits
  • Maternity benefits
  • Disability benefits
  • Temporary disablement benefits
  • Unemployment compensation benefits
  • Welfare services for the elderly
  • Welfare services for the handicapped
  • Welfare services for children and young people
  • Welfare services not delivered through residential institutions

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Submission Deadline

1 week from now

Published

2 weeks ago

Description

This contract is for the provision of advice and information on a broad range of subjects pertaining to Welfare Benefits Advice. This service provides support, advice, and training to front line North Yorkshire Council advisers.

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