Planning

Suicide Prevention Training Workshops

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

05 Jul 2021 at 14:36

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Kent County Council is initiating a procurement process for the "Suicide Prevention Training Workshops," targeting the education and health services industry in the United Kingdom. This tender is currently in the planning stage, with an expected contract commencement date of November 2, 2021, and a contract duration of approximately 30 months, concluding on March 31, 2024. The total budget for this tender is up to £240,000, with an annual budget of £40,000 for the first three years and an estimated £40,000 for subsequent extensions. The invitation to tender will be advertised in August 2021, and submissions are expected by early September 2021.

This contract offers substantial opportunities for organisations that specialise in educational and training services, especially those with experience in mental health and community support initiatives. Businesses that can deliver adaptable training programmes tailored to local issues, and those capable of providing blended learning formats that include both virtual and face-to-face sessions, will be well-positioned to compete. The successful bidder will play a vital role in enhancing community awareness and support around suicide prevention, aligning with the critical goals of the Kent and Medway Suicide Prevention Strategy.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Suicide Prevention Training Workshops

Notice Description

Suicide Prevention Training Workshops In accordance with the 2021-25 Kent and Medway Suicide Prevention Strategy, Kent County Council (KCC) is working with the NHS Kent and Medway Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) to find an organisation or consortium of organisations to deliver suicide prevention training across Kent and Medway. Two types of training should be offered throughout the lifetime of the contract; * Suicide Prevention Training 3hr workshops aimed at people (16+) supporting adults. * Suicide Prevention Training 3hr workshops aimed at people (16+) supporting children and young people The ultimate goal of this suicide prevention training programme is to reduce deaths lost to suicide. This is realistic goal if three objectives are achieved with delegates who participate in training; * Increased awareness of suicide prevention issues and techniques * Increased confidence to speak to someone who may be at risk of suicide * Increased awareness of the available services within Kent and Medway KCC is looking for an organisation(s) that has a track record of successfully delivering similar services and is able to develop and deliver bespoke courses to support the outcomes above as well as addressing particular priority areas or issues that are relevant in the local context. They will also be required to promote the local support services. Nationally available, "off the shelf" training products will not be considered unless they have the flexibility to explore local issues and promote local services. A blended offer of virtual and face to face training is required, and the provider will be expected to monitor and report on the impact of the training against the three objectives above. It is the Council's intention to award a contract for delivery commencing in October 2021 and the contract running until 31 March 2024 (approximately 30 months). There will be an optional extension of up to three years depending on available funding (36 months). The maximum contract value is up to PS240,000 comprised of 40,000 per annum for 3 years and an estimated PS40,000 per annum for subsequent years. The Invitation to tender will be advertised via the Kent Business Portal in August and the deadline for tender submissions expected to be early September 2021.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ebeb7423-e5d5-45be-ab12-248ef0b8ca93
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
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

80000000 - Education and training services

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Jul 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sarah Smith
Contact Email
sarah.smith@kent.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XX
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

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