Award

T997 - Student Counselling 2024

UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

07 Aug 2024 at 09:50

Tender

16 Feb 2024 at 08:29

Planning

03 Apr 2023 at 08:18

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Essex has awarded a contract titled "T997 - Student Counselling 2024" to Health Assured Ltd for providing counselling services across its three campuses. This contract, valued at £1,028,375, falls under the "services" category with a CPV classification of 85312320 (Counselling services). The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure and was covered by GPA regulations. The award was finalised on 6th August 2024, with the official signing occurring on the same date. The target region for service delivery is UKH3, encompassing all campuses of the University of Essex in Colchester, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently marked as "Award" and the service is now active.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in delivering large-scale counselling services, especially those familiar with the needs of higher education institutions. Companies capable of offering tailored, short-term counselling sessions both in person and via remote communication methods will find this contract lucrative. The contract spans three years, with potential extensions up to a maximum of five years, making it an attractive proposition for large counselling service providers aiming to expand their portfolio within the education sector. As student mental health becomes a growing concern, businesses adept in managing diverse student needs will be particularly well-suited for similar future opportunities.

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Notice Title

T997 - Student Counselling 2024

Notice Description

The University of Essex is seeking an external partner for delivery of its student counselling service. All registered students across three campuses are eligible to access counselling and sessions will be delivered in person or remotely by video or telephone, as aligned to the needs of the student. The service will tailor session numbers to the presenting needs of the student while retaining a short-term counselling model and the context of a university-based service. Submissions are welcome from suppliers who have experience of delivering counselling services at scale, particularly in the higher education sector, and can demonstrate an understanding of the needs of diverse groups of students.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Essex is seeking an external partner for delivery of its student counselling service. All registered students across three campuses are eligible to access counselling and sessions will be delivered in person or remotely by video or telephone, as aligned to the needs of the student. The service will tailor session numbers to the presenting needs of the student while retaining a short-term counselling model and the context of a university-based service. Submissions are welcome from suppliers who have experience of delivering counselling services at scale, particularly in the higher education sector, and can demonstrate an understanding of the needs of diverse groups of students.

Renewal: This contract will initially be for three (3) years, with the option of two further extensions of one year each, making a total contract period of no longer than five (5) years. Extensions will be granted at the discretion of the University of Essex.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03b808
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024805-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,028,375 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Jan 2024Expired
Award Date
5 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX
Contact Name
Aston Baker
Contact Email
procure@essex.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 3SQ
Post Town
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
TLH3 Essex

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HEALTH ASSURED

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