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Integrated Contraception and Sexual Health Service

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Bedford Borough Council, acting on behalf of Milton Keynes Council, is seeking proposals for the "Integrated Contraception and Sexual Health Service." This procurement falls under the health services category and is aimed at enhancing public health through improved access to quality sexual health services. The tender is currently open, with a deadline for submissions set for 2nd October 2019. The contract period is expected to commence on 1st April 2020 and conclude on 31st March 2025, with delivery required at the specified postal code MK42 9AP in the East of England. The procurement method is an open procedure that is above the threshold for competitive bids.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in health services, particularly those focused on sexual health and well-being. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, providing services such as self-help information, preventive care, and treatment options. The focus on reducing unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections indicates a need for innovative and effective service delivery, making it an ideal opportunity for health services providers looking to expand their footprint in the public health sector.

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Notice Title

Integrated Contraception and Sexual Health Service

Notice Description

Sexual health is an important area of public health. Most of the adult population of England are sexually active and access to quality sexual health services improves the health and wellbeing of both individuals and populations. The Government has set out its ambitions for improving sexual health in its publication, A Framework for Sexual Health Improvement in England. 2013 Bedford Borough Council on behalf of Milton Keynes Council, wishes to procure a high quality Integrated Sexual Health Service that provides equitable access to self-help information and advice, preventive, diagnostic and treatment services, and timely referral to specialist services. The overall aim is to reduce unplanned pregnancies, reduce the prevalence of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI). Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ead362fd-92ce-494f-9c08-56bc893f2fa7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3845d098-e52e-467f-a526-96eb4352382c
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2025 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
James Gatawa
Contact Email
james.gatawa@bedford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01234228958

Buyer Location

Locality
UNITED KINGDOM
Postcode
MK42 9AP
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Cauldwell
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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