Planning

Early Engagement - Expression of Interest for Drugs and Alcohol Training Package - V2

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

17 Jul 2023 at 15:15

Planning

13 Jul 2023 at 10:56

Planning

11 Jul 2023 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Drug and Alcohol Workforce Service to provide support, training, and professional development opportunities for professionals in the addiction field. This opportunity aims to enhance workforce skills and deliver high-quality interventions to individuals and families affected by addiction. The engagement end date for this tender is 19th July 2023, and interested businesses must submit an Expression of Interest by this deadline.

This tender for training services in the health sector offers a business opportunity for organisations experienced in workforce development programmes and addiction support services. Businesses specialising in addiction counselling, training, and related fields are well-suited to compete. The estimated annual value of the contract is £155,000, with a focus on evidence-based practices and inclusivity in workforce training services. Early engagement with the buyer, West Northamptonshire Council, is encouraged to gather feedback and demonstrate expertise in the addiction field.

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Notice Title

Early Engagement - Expression of Interest for Drugs and Alcohol Training Package - V2

Notice Description

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) is a new Unitary authority that came into existence on Thursday, 1st April 2021 following the Northamptonshire Structural Changes Order 2019. This Expression of Interest (EOI) aims to inform the market of a potential opportunity and gather feedback regarding the requirement stated below: WNC is seeking a Drug and Alcohol Workforce Service that will provide support, training, and professional development opportunities for professionals working in the field of drug and alcohol addiction. The service should enhance the skills, knowledge, and capacity of the workforce to deliver high-quality interventions and support to individuals and families affected by addiction. Provide a detailed description of the services to be offered, such as workforce training, professional development programmes, mentoring, and consultation services. Highlight the importance of evidence-based practices, best practices, and the latest research in the field of drug and alcohol addiction. Demonstrate your organisation's experience in delivering workforce development programmes and support services for professionals in the addiction field. Showcase the qualifications and expertise of your staff members in addiction counselling, training, and related fields. Outline the range of training programmes and workshops that will be offered to enhance the skills and knowledge of professionals. Emphasise the focus on evidence-based interventions, assessment tools and emerging trends in addiction treatment. Describe how your service will provide supervision and consultation services to professionals, offering guidance, support, and expertise in challenging cases or complex situations. Explain how your service will establish collaborations with other agencies, organisations, and experts in the addiction field. Describe your approach to quality assurance in delivering workforce services, ensuring adherence to best practices, professional standards, and ethical guidelines. Explain your evaluation processes to monitor the effectiveness and impact of the training and support provided. Highlight your commitment to ensuring accessibility and inclusivity in delivering workforce training services, including considerations for diverse professionals, geographical areas, and service settings. Describe any accommodations or adaptations you provide to support professionals with specific needs or challenges. Demonstrate your commitment to compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and safeguarding requirements. Estimated annual value of PS155,000. This is an estimate and may change. Please submit an Expression of Interest, limited to two sides of A4, outlining how your organisation can meet the key points mentioned above for the Drug and Alcohol Workforce Service. Email your response to Procurement@westnorthants.gov.uk quoting "Ref: Drug and Alcohol Workforce Service " no later than the close of business on Friday 21st July 2023.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d522237-9cf6-44dd-a762-615c817a30bf
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

85140000 - Miscellaneous 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
17 Jul 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
21 Jul 2023Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@westnorthants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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