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Specialist Counselling for those affected by substance misuse

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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04 Jun 2025 at 09:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by East Sussex County Council pertains to the provision of specialist counselling services for individuals affected by substance misuse, specifically crack cocaine and heroin use. Under their legal basis outlined by UKPGA 2023/54, this procurement falls within the services industry category and was completed using a direct procurement method, categorised as "lightTouch" and "Below threshold - without competition". The contracting process is marked as complete, with the awarded contract effective from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026. This procurement was based in Lewes, located within the UKJ22 region of the United Kingdom.

This contract presents potential growth opportunities for businesses involved in healthcare and social services, particularly those providing specialised counselling services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that have expertise in substance misuse treatment may find similar opportunities beneficial. The procurement method favours suitable candidates for direct, non-competitive bids, enhancing opportunities for businesses that focus on tailored, niche service offerings. Businesses that can accommodate contract options allowing for price increases and possible extensions if additional funding is obtained, should consider engaging with similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

Specialist Counselling for those affected by substance misuse

Notice Description

This is a specialist counselling service for adults affected by crack cocaine and heroin use.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052c23
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029758-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
amy.wilkinson@eastsussex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICHAELA SHEPPARD T/A COUNSELLINGWORK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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