CPH089 Feeding Derbyshire

Tender description

Derbyshire County Council is seeking a provider to strategically lead and support the food insecurity approach in Derbyshire to ensure vulnerable residents have access to a range of solutions to give them access to affordable and nutritious food across Derbyshire (Excluding Derby City). The Provider will: Lead and coordinate the Feeding Derbyshire and Affordable Food Networks and associated activities including but not limited to delivering an extensive programme of support to new and existing community food pantries. Engage with key stakeholders including, but not limited to: Food banks, community pantries, community cafes, breakfast clubs, CVSs (Community Voluntary Support), Citizens Advice Offices, Age UK, FareShare, HIS Church, district and borough councils, the County Council, Locality health partnerships, Financial Inclusion Groups. Deliver professional services, co-ordination and provide strategic support to the Council’s food insecurity programme for the Derbyshire population. There will be a six-month mobilisation period from 01 October 2023 to 31 March 2024. The Contract will commence on 01 April 2024 for an initial period of 2 years, with the option to extend for a further three 12-month periods, up to a maximum of 5 years subject to available funding. Keywords: Feeding