Award

Aftercare Services for Victims of Rape and Sexual Assault -

CHESHIRE CONSTABULARY ON BEHALF OF THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CHESHIRE

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Award

24 Dec 2020 at 08:30

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Cheshire Constabulary, acting on behalf of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire (PCC), has awarded a contract for aftercare services for victims of rape and sexual assault. This procurement falls under the health and social work services industry category, specifically focusing on guidance and counselling services. The contract period is set to run from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2024, with potential extensions available until 31 March 2026. The total value of the contract is estimated at £2,700,000, with a minimum funding amount of £1,597,800. The tender process followed an open procurement method and has now reached the award stage.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in counselling, therapeutic services, and support for individuals affected by sexual violence. Suitable competitors include small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that can provide comprehensive support solutions, including independent sexual violence advisory services and child-specific provisions. By participating in this tender, businesses can contribute positively to the community while expanding their services and client reach in the North West of England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Aftercare Services for Victims of Rape and Sexual Assault -

Notice Description

This is a Contract Award Notice. On behalf of the Local Authorities, NHS England, the Police & Crime Commissioner for Cheshire (PCC) and the Chief Constable (CC); the PCC is looking to put in place an aftercare service for victims of rape or sexual assault in the Cheshire Constabulary policing area. The minimum requirements of the PCC, NHS England and Local Authorities are for a supplier to provide a solution for all ages incorporating a full time independent sexual violence advisor and initial counselling service within a multi-agency setting for those in the Cheshire constabulary policing area who have suffered sexual violence both within and outside of the criminal justice system, including non-recent cases. This service will need to incorporate: * An ageless community counselling and therapeutic service for those suffering rape and sexual abuse. * Specialist provision to meet the needs of children. * Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) Service (conventional and specialist) * Delivery of training and awareness raising The Initial contract period is from 1 April 2021 - 31 March 2024. There is an option to extend to 31 March 2026 in increments of not less than 6 months. The Lowest value relates to funding for the initial contract period, the highest value is the estimated value for the maximum five year term.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/070ed503-e3a0-493e-9591-1014569e65cc
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

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85312300 - Guidance and counselling services

85312310 - Guidance services

85312320 - Counselling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,700,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,597,800 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 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
CHESHIRE CONSTABULARY ON BEHALF OF THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CHESHIRE
Contact Name
Helen Elliott
Contact Email
helen.elliott@cheshire.pnn.police.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1606362063

Buyer Location

Locality
WINSFORD, CHESHIRE
Postcode
CW7 2UA
Post Town
Crewe
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Winsford Over & Verdin
Westminster Constituency
Mid Cheshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RAPE & SEXUAL ABUSE SUPPORT CENTRE (CHESHIRE & MERSEYSID

Further Information

Notice Documents

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