Tender

NHS Telford and Wrekin CCG Adult Online Counselling Service

MIDLANDS & LANCASHIRE C S U

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Tender

26 Jan 2017 at 15:23

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Midlands & Lancashire CSU is seeking qualified providers for the "NHS Telford and Wrekin CCG Adult Online Counselling Service." This procurement falls under the health and social work services sector and is located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 12:00 hours on 7th February 2017. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 20th March 2017 and run for one year, with an estimated value of £69,000 for the financial year 2017/18. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing all interested parties to submit their bids.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the mental health and wellbeing sector, particularly those offering online counselling services, peer support platforms, and related tools for depression management. Companies that focus on innovative digital health solutions or have capabilities in delivering accessible mental health support would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the specific needs of Telford and Wrekin's population in terms of mental health support, firms that can demonstrate experience in engaging with diverse communities and delivering effective online services will be particularly attractive to the commissioning authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS Telford and Wrekin CCG Adult Online Counselling Service

Notice Description

Midlands and Lancashire CSU on behalf of NHS Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Group are seeking suitably qualified and experienced providers to deliver an Online Counselling service for the Adult population of NHS Telford and Wrekin CCG. The Contract will be for one year with an option to extend for a further 12 months. Estimated Contract Value: PS69,000 for 2017/18. (Maximum budget for 1 year period) The Commissioner reserves the right to reject bids that exceed this threshold. The CCG wishes to commission an Online service that people can access without the need for a visit to the GP. The service needs to offer online counselling, peer support forums and tools to support people with depression. The offer needs to be available 365 days a year. Telford and Wrekin CCG has a population of 180,000. Telford is a new town and many families have little family support. The health of people in Telford and Wrekin is varied compared with the England average. Deprivation is higher than average and about 23.9% (8,000) children live in poverty. Life expectancy for both men and women is lower than the England average. In 2012, 32.3% of adults are classified as obese, worse than the average for England. The rate of alcohol related harm hospital stays was 681*. This represents 1,063 stays per year. The rate of self-harm hospital stays was 257.4*, worse than the average for England. This represents 450 stays per year. The prevalence of depression is high in the population and the CCG has been investing in ensuring people can get treatment early and develop skills to support themselves. The estimated prevalence of those with depression and anxiety of is 17,472. Telford has a well performing IAPT service that sees 17% of the prevalence figures and is using online support for some who are referred to their service. The CCG also commissions a listening service (where people in mental anguish can attend for 3 sessions and helped to talk and or problem solve). Initially this will be a one year contract with the opportunity to increase this for a further year depending on the usage and outcomes achieved. Providers will need to ensure they can data to the national submission The ITT will be live on 26th January 2017 on the Midlands and Lancashire CSU e-tendering procurement portal (Bravo) and will be open until 1200 hours on Tuesday 7th February 2017. All submissions will be evaluated using the scoring criterion which is contained within the ITT Instructions. Clarifications may be asked during the procurement process, the deadline for ITT clarification questions is 1200 hours on Tuesday, 31st January 2017. To register and download the ITT please refer to attachment enclosed with this Advert.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46129048-042e-496a-bf69-4376ab0708eb
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Feb 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Mar 2017 - 19 Mar 2018 6-12 months
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
MIDLANDS & LANCASHIRE C S U
Contact Name
Geraldine Hickman
Contact Email
geraldine.hickman@nhs.net
Contact Phone
07767 006153

Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE ON TRENT
Postcode
ST4 4LX
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Fenton West & Mount Pleasant
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

Further Information

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