Support with developing or commissioning AA provision

We know that high quality development and commissioning is critical to ensuring an effective AA scheme.

That's why we're working to help make that a reality in every area.

If you have responsibility for researching, developing or commissioning appropriate adult provision for your local area, here is how we can help you get the best provision.

1. National guidance

What is it?

We publish an online knowledgebase aimed at anyone involved in the commissioning of appropriate adult provision or developing an in-house scheme, or either, or both!

It provides practical information and guidance on achieving effective services for children and/or vulnerable adults that meet the national standards.

How do I access it?

Members

Enter Guidance

Non-members

You need to be a member of NAAN in order to access this resource.

Find out more about membership and apply.

If you experience any techincal issues, please contact us.

2. Consultancy support

What is it?

NAAN has years of experience advising commissioners as they research the market and develop their specifications.

We can provide personalised, detailed and ongoing support with your development or commissioning project; including helping you to compare how an in-house approach might compare to commissioning. This is usually by a mix of email, phone or virtual meetings.

How do I access it?

Members

Silver and Gold members have inclusive commissioning advice hours. Just get in touch via the usual email address or phone number.

Bronze members can access the online national guidance. Contact us to discuss your need for support and our standard day rates.

Non members

We'd encourage you to consider applying for Silver or Gold associate membership of NAAN. That will give you access to inclusive support hours.

However, we can also provide support with your development or commissioning project, without membership if you prefer. This will be charged using our standard day rates. Contact us to discuss your needs.

3. Connecting with providers

What is it?

If you have a contract opportunity, and are looking to ensure you have a wide range of bidders, we help make sure the market is fully aware.

We have a membership of over 90 organisations, providing AA services across England, Wales and further afield. We can disseminate contract opportunities via our e-update system.

How do I access it?

We don't currently charge for this service or restrict it to members. If you would like to use it, please contact us with details of your opportunity.

4. Dynamic purchasing system (DPS)

What is it?

Commissioners are under pressure to do more for less. You face huge challenges when sourcing products and services to help run efficient organisations. You are tasked with delivering value for money and positive community impact. It is important, complex, challenging and resource intensive; but it often feels impossible because budgets and time are so tight.

NAAN has worked in partnership with YPO to develop the first 'DPS' for appropriate adult provision. YPO are a local authority-owned procurement organisation, that has vast experience both with the emergency services and health and social care services.

The AA framework is ready-made for you to access. It is designed to deliver value for money and be quick and simple to use.

It includes a panel of pre-screened prospective providers and a 50+ page national template specification developed by NAAN in line with the national standards, ready for you to tailor to local needs.

The YPO team is available to speak to any potential commissioner.

How do I access it?

Potential commissioners and providers can find out more about the Appropriate Adults DPS on the YPO website.

Providers interested in applying to join the DPS can register an interest via Proactis.