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DIGITAL THERAPY PROVISION AT LANCASTER UNIVERISTY

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

Lancaster University is currently seeking tenders for the provision of digital therapy services as part of its Counselling and Mental Health Service. This procurement, identified as SP/21/1190, falls within the counselling services category (CPV code: 85312320) and is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The tender is an open procedure, set to close on 10th June 2021, with the contract commencing on 1st July 2021 and concluding on 30th June 2022. This process offers an opportunity for providers to address the urgent demand for flexible, out-of-hours online counselling services, particularly given that around 12% of the University's 16,000 students currently utilise these services, resulting in significant waiting times for appointments.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in mental health services and online therapy to expand their services and reach a significant student population in need of support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the procurement is designed to foster new entrants to the market. Providers with experience in educational counselling, digital service delivery, and flexible scheduling will find this tender well-suited to their expertise, ensuring they can contribute effectively to resolving the current pressures faced by Lancaster University's Counselling and Mental Health Service.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DIGITAL THERAPY PROVISION AT LANCASTER UNIVERISTY

Notice Description

The University is inviting tenders on for an external provider as part of a joined-up approach to provide flexible top-up out of hours online counselling/therapy provision. Lancaster University's Counselling and Mental Health Service is made up of approximately 13.0 FTE staff. The team includes a Head of Service, a Deputy Head of Service/Clinical Lead, Counsellors, Mental Health Practitioners and College Wellbeing Officers. A small admin team supports the service and manages the tracking and scheduling of the support for students. The service operates between the hours of 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday, with support focused on times of peak demand during University term time. The student population is circa 16,000 and 12% of the student body typically access the University's Counselling and Mental Health Service. At peak times students are having to wait 5-6 weeks for appointments with over 100 students sitting on this waiting list. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d0cbfc3-7c3f-4001-b1be-55c559ed022e
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85312320 - Counselling services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2021 - 30 Jun 2022 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
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Angela Wearden
Contact Email
a.wearden@lancaster.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01524 594087

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASHIRE
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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