Department of Communities · Awarded contract
Awarded

Award of Disability Advocacy Services to Advocacy South West by Department of Communities

Awarded 17 May 2022

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Awarded17 May 2022
Value$28,987,957.00
StateWA
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 9mo5y 2mo term, 86% elapsed
Awarded 17 May 2022Expires 30 June 2027

Department of Communities awarded a contract to Advocacy South West for the provision of independent and systemic disability advocacy services, funded by a $15 million state government election commitment over three years.

The contract aims to empower people with disabilities and their communities, with a focus on Aboriginal people, culturally diverse groups, and rural/remote residents.

Service agreements commenced on 1 July 2022.

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