Provision of services to the community

Tender description

On behalf of the newly formed ‘Commissioning Greater Manchester’ partnership, the GMPCC seeks to appoint an Independent Provider (IP) to help deliver family support within 3 prison establishments in Greater Manchester and to provide a through-the-gate service that supports successful resettlement. The ‘Commissioning Greater Manchester’ partnership is looking for a creative, outcome-focussed and flexible provider who is willing to work in consultation and partnership with the 3 prison establishments and local partners to develop better local understanding and responses to the issues facing prisoners and their families. The Commissioner requires: — Services for the children, families and significant others of prisoners for all offenders and their families within the 3 prison establishments and to provide a through the gate service that supports successful resettlement. — An enhanced service for Greater Manchester offenders and their families that builds and maintains strong and effective links with community based provision provided by Local Authorities and other partners.