Option 2 - Preferred Service Provider process

What you need to consider if you are going to follow the Preferred Service Provider process.

The DCSP Policy sets out a range of options for engaging service providers.  

A Preferred Service Provider process may be appropriate if you have a service provider that is:

  • continuing to meet the identified need   
  • meeting the agreed service specifications, quality standards and contractual requirements  
  • operating efficiently and capable of meeting the service requirements  
  • continuously providing improved services to the community

The guide covers:

  • what a preferred service provider is 
  • requirements to be eligible for preferred service provider status 
  • preferred service provider service agreement variation 
  • developing a new preferred service provider request

Information is also available about managing the service agreement

Page reviewed 4 September 2019