Tender

Employee Assistance Programme

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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Tender Notice
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16 Jun 2017 at 08:59

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Lancaster University is currently inviting tenders for an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) aimed at providing staff support services for both individuals based in the UK and those working overseas. The tender is classified under the category of company health services and is set to close on 9th July 2017. The contract is expected to last for two years, commencing on 1st November 2017, with an option for a two-year extension based on performance. The university, located in Lancaster, UK, seeks providers with a strong track record in delivering such services in the higher education sector, catering to approximately 3100 employees.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for firms specialising in employee wellbeing and health services, particularly those with experience in higher education contexts. Businesses that can provide innovative and effective EAP solutions, demonstrating proven outcomes, will be well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, companies with a capacity to offer services to diverse geographical areas, including international support, could leverage this opportunity to enhance their market presence and contribute to the wellbeing of university staff.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Employee Assistance Programme

Notice Description

The Purchaser is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT for the delivery of an Employee Assistance Programme. The term of the contract will be 2 years, with an option to extend the contract for up to a further two years and subject to satisfactory performance. Bids are invited from providers with an excellent track record of providing this service in the HE Sector. Lancaster University requires an effective and modern Employee Assistance Programme [EAP] Service both within the UK and for University staff working overseas. The EAP service will be made available to 3100 staff on a contract of employment [full and part time]. Use of the service will not be mandatory and Lancaster University does not guarantee volumes. The EAP service that Lancaster University requires is as defined by the Employee Assistance Programme Association: Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5a7e7860-8b62-4677-94ce-7ac16ed4fca0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a519420f-4f77-4a3f-a4cd-4c04c537af97
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85147000 - Company health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2017 - 31 Oct 2019 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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