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27 Sep 2022 at 11:28

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14 Apr 2022 at 13:56

Summary of the contracting process

The YPO is currently leading a procurement process for Occupational Health Solutions, EAP & Associated Services. This tender falls under the services category with a focus on training programme services. Businesses have an opportunity to participate in this framework agreement with a contract value of £90,000,000. The tender covers specific regions in the UK and has a maximum contract period of 4 years from 1st October 2022 to 30th September 2026. The procurement method is an open procedure, and business entities interested in delivering occupational health and related services should consider engaging in this opportunity.

This tender initiated by YPO presents opportunities for businesses in the health services sector to compete for providing Occupational Health Solutions, Employee Assistance Programmes, and Associated Services to public sector organisations. With a strong focus on quality and social value criteria, businesses that can offer a range of services like 24/7 emotional support, workplace adjustments, and wellbeing training have a competitive advantage. The framework agreement includes the potential for renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date, providing a long-term growth opportunity for service providers who can meet the specified requirements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

YPO - 001101 Occupational Health Solutions, EAP & Associated Services

Notice Description

YPO are looking for Providers to be appointed onto a Framework Agreement for the provision of Occupational Health Solutions, Employee Assistance Programmes and Associated Services. The Framework is designed to meet the needs of all public sector organisations which includes YPO's internal requirements. YPO is the lead Public Sector Buying Organisation (PSBO) for this Framework Agreement in collaboration with London Borough of Islington ("Islington Council") as a group of Public Sector Buying Organisations

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Occupational Health Solutions & Associated Services

This lot and all sub-lots will all be supported by an outcome focussed specification which will enable the delivery of solutions to contracting authorities that are suited to their specific needs. The focus of an OH solution is to support increased productivity within the workplace, ensuring employers meet their legal obligations to their employees and promoting a healthier workforce. Core services will include: * Pre-employment health screening/questionnaires * Management referrals * Ongoing absence management * Health surveillance * Statutory medicals * Ensuring organisations meet their legal obligations in respect of employee health * Provide and promote effective return to work strategies * Strategic advice and guidance * Provision of an occupational health management system for use by managers * Ability to deliver services both in person and remotely Associated services will capture all services associated to occupational health, some examples are: * Neurodiversity diagnostics and workplace adjustments * Asbestos medical assessments * Drug and alcohol screening * Rehabilitation services * Workstation assessments * Vaccination programmes * Wellbeing training * Wellbeing programmes * Day 1 absence programme * There will also be the option to include EAP as an additional service, to give organisations the chance to procure both OH & EAP in one place Providers will outline which associated services they can deliver within their bid submission and will be able to update these services throughout the life of the framework. This lot will be supported by sub-lots covering specific regions, opening up the reach of this framework in comparison to the previous iteration and providing SME providers the ability to provide to public sector organisations. Ability to deliver in the identified region will be a pass/fail criteria and evidence of ability to deliver in the identified region will be required.

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 1st October 2022 to 30th September 2024 with the option to extend for up to an additional 24 months. A decision to extend the framework beyond this initial term will be taken by June 2024 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years from 1st October 2022 to 30th September 2026 (subject to an annual review, incorporating KPI performance and price negotiations following the initial fixed pricing period).

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date.

Lot 2 - Employee Assistance Programme & Additional Service

Employee Assistance Programmes are considered to be a valuable employee benefit designed to help with both professional and personal problems which could be impacting well-being. Unlike OH solutions, EAP is employee-led and a key focus in the ability to selfrefer and the provision of a confidential service. These programmes are aimed at improving morale and working environments, reducing stress, absence and improving overall employee health. Core services will include: * 24/7 emotional support, via telephone and/or online * Guided self-help solutions * Session based counselling * Information in respect of legal, financial and workplace issues * Workplace support for managers Additional services will capture all outcome focused services related to employee wellbeing, some examples are: * Neurodiversity diagnostics and workplace adjustments * Wellbeing training * Wellbeing programmes * Career coaching * Critical incident/post trauma support

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 1st October 2022 to 30th September 2024 with the option to extend for up to an additional 24 months. A decision to extend the framework beyond this initial term will be taken by June 2024 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years from 1st October 2022 to 30th September 2026 (subject to an annual review, incorporating KPI performance and price negotiations following the initial fixed pricing period).

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-032de0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027017-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

75122000 - Administrative healthcare services

80521000 - Training programme services

85000000 - Health and social work services

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£90,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Sep 20223 years ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2022 - 30 Sep 2026 4-5 years
Recurrence
There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
YPO
Additional Buyers

London Borough of Islington (“Islington Council”)

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WF2 0XE
Postcode Area
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wrenthorpe and Outwood West
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
14
Supplier Names

ABBOTT HEALTHCARE CONNECTIONS LIMITED

CORDELL HEALTH LTD

DURADIAMOND HEALTHCARE LIMITED T/A HEALTH PARTNERS

HEALTH ASSURED LTD

HEALTH MANAGEMENT LIMITED

INNOVATE HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT GROUP LIMITED

KAYS MEDICAL LIMITED

MEDIGOLD HEALTH CONSULTANCY LIMITED

PEOPLE ASSET MANAGEMENT LTD

SME HCI LIMITED

SODEXO MOTIVATION SOLUTIONS U.K. LIMITED

THE MCL GROUP (INT) LIMITED

VITA HEALTH GROUP LIMITED

Workplace Health and Wellbeing

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