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THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS AND TRAINING PROVISION FOR WMFRA

WEST MIDLANDS FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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01 Oct 2021 at 15:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by the West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority for the contract titled "Therapeutic Interventions and Training Provision for WMFRA," categorised under addiction treatment services. This contract, initiated through an open tender procedure, is centred in Birmingham, United Kingdom, with a contract period commencing on 5th August 2021 and concluding on 4th August 2024. The tender was awarded on 21st July 2021, and while the contract value totals £16,200, a minimum value of £10,800 is established. The tender was publicly notified on 1st October 2021.

This opportunity is particularly suited for businesses specialising in addiction counselling, employee wellness services, and training provision within the healthcare sector. Companies that can offer flexible therapeutic solutions, both face-to-face and virtual, will find this contract advantageous, especially those capable of supporting staff addiction services with a strong understanding of confidentiality and GDPR compliance. The involvement of Occupational Health in managing referrals illustrates a keen need for timely and professional service delivery, making it an appealing prospect for SMEs and voluntary and community sector enterprises looking to expand their footprint in employee wellbeing services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS AND TRAINING PROVISION FOR WMFRA

Notice Description

WMFS currently contract in specialist addiction therapeutic interventions and alcohol and drug awareness training, as well as policy support where required. This contract is currently up for renewal, details below. We require an addiction service (therapeutic and training) for our employees. This should include: but is not limited to : a) A Pay-As-You-Go therapeutic service for staff with addictions. Our numbers of people requiring this service is extremely small. The therapist must specialise in counselling addiction and new habit forming and be appropriately qualified to treat and registered with a relevant professional body. It is important this person builds a relationship with the internal Occupational Health. b) Face to face sessions are preferred once COVID Lockdown allows, however during COVID lockdowns the service will be virtual. Where possible this service could expand to the family. Face to Face sessions will be held at the Occupational Health Unit located at: Safeside, FSHQ, 101 Vauxhall Road, Nechells, Birmingham B7 4HW. c) This service will be accessed by clients by referral routes Occupational Health, Management or Self referred, with an agreed route between both parties. Initial contact to the client would ideally be no longer than 48hours to arrange an appointment to be seen. In all cases WMFS Occupational Health remain the case manager. d) Timely update reports (max 5 days after the session) are required to either Occupational Health or where referred by management to them. Reports should be received ideally the same week as the client is seen. e) To abide by confidentiality and all GDPR requirements including consent, patient confidentiality and observing Safeguarding where necessary. f) To trial group addiction sessions via webinar or face to face when its allowed. g) Awareness training on addictions for all key staff (management, human resources, occupational health, trade unions) including how to have the conversation with employe

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7a1da12d-75cd-42d2-bd80-05e78d3fe579
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be2483ff-33e5-405c-84c1-08a14168945f
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

33693300 - Addiction treatment

85147000 - Company health services

85312300 - Guidance and counselling services

85312320 - Counselling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£16,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jul 20214 years ago
Contract Period
4 Aug 2021 - 4 Aug 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Gerri Turner
Contact Email
gerri.turner@wmfs.net
Contact Phone
+44 1213806174

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B7 4HW
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AQUARIUS ACTION PROJECTS

Further Information

Notice URLs

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