The University of Essex is looking for a contractor to provide counselling services to the current students of the University of Essex

University of Essex

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

AwardUpdate

15 Sep 2021 at 10:18

Award

13 Sep 2021 at 10:10

Tender

09 Apr 2021 at 11:09

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Essex is seeking a contractor to provide counselling services specifically for its current students. This procurement falls under the services category, with a contract value of £500,000, set to commence on 1 October 2021 and run until 30 September 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tendering phase having concluded on 21 May 2021. The primary location for delivery is Colchester, United Kingdom, where the university is situated.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the mental health and counselling sectors to expand their operations and client base. Given the specific requirements for effective student counselling, firms specialising in mental health services, particularly those experienced in educational settings, would be well placed to compete for this contract. With the growing demand for mental health support in educational institutions, successful bidders could enhance their market presence and establish long-term partnerships with the university.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

The University of Essex is looking for a contractor to provide counselling services to the current students of the University of Essex

Notice Description

The University of Essex is seeking a contractor to deliver effective counselling to the students of the University of Essex. Counselling services will be made available to all current University of Essex students.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dd98343a-38f9-4abf-a6b4-de635b4d4b52
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a070ce98-3319-42c3-82cc-8344169e45bc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85312300 - Guidance and counselling services

85312320 - Counselling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£493,152 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2021 - 30 Sep 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Essex
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 3SQ
Postcode Area
Colchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Wivenhoe
Westminster Constituency
Harwich and North Essex

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Validium

Further Information

Notice Documents

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