Award

Employee Assistance Programme

DURHAM UNIVERSITY

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Award

14 May 2020 at 11:25

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Employee Assistance Programme, initiated by Durham University, is currently at the Award stage, having reached completion on 5th May 2020. This contract, valued at £160,000, involves the provision of external 24/7/365 counselling services under the health services category (CPV: 85100000) and is located in Durham, England. The initial agreement spans two years, starting from 1st June 2020, with an option to extend for an additional two years. The open procurement method was utilised for this tender, which closed on 18th February 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in counselling services, particularly those with the capacity to deliver 24/7 support. Given that the suitable providers include SMEs, businesses with expertise in mental health support or employee wellness programmes will find this tender especially relevant. Engaging in a bid for future extensions or related services could also be beneficial for larger firms looking to secure contracts with public sector organisations like Durham University.

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Notice Title

Employee Assistance Programme

Notice Description

Provision of external 24/7/365 counselling services to Durham University staff. Additional information: Initial two (2) year agreement with the option to extend for a further two (2) years or return to the marketplace.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-56f54413-f275-41b3-b338-1ef1211180fe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45fdefbd-c9bc-442d-9930-ae771bed39e0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

85312320 - Counselling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 May 20205 years ago
Contract Period
31 May 2020 - 31 May 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 3LE
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Durham South
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HEALTH ASSURED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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