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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is currently engaged in the tender process for the "Provision of Post-Incident Support Services". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically within the public order and safety industry. The service will be provided in Cambuslang, Scotland, and the deadline for submissions is set for 22nd July 2019. The procurement method is selective, employing a restricted procedure to identify suitable suppliers. The value of this contract is estimated at £300,000, highlighting its significance to the organisation's operational structure.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in psychological services, trauma care, and employee support systems. Companies with extensive experience working with emergency services and a proven track record in offering clinical assessments and psychological first aid will fit this contract's requirements. Furthermore, businesses that can demonstrate community engagement through training and employment initiatives will enhance their competitive edge in the bidding process. This tender not only promises financial reward but also contributes to the well-being of emergency service personnel in Scotland.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Post-Incident Support Services

Notice Description

Provision of post-trauma and related services to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service's staff

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is committed to taking all reasonable precautions for protecting the health, safety and wellbeing of all employees. This document sets out the arrangements for the provision of post incident support following the attendance of staff at critical incidents. The SFRS shall operate this arrangement to: 1 Support the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Policy 2 Support the SFRS Mental Health Strategy 3 Establish risk control measures, to reduce occupational injuries and ill health 4 Ensure a safe and healthy work environment The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service recognises that in some circumstances, individuals may require further specialist support following their exposure to a potentially traumatising event and these arrangements therefore set out the mechanisms in place to ensure such support is available to all staff. Service Provision The Service requires a provider who can provide services in the following areas: 1 Clinical assessment and treatment based on current evidence-based practice in the treatment and management of traumatic stress injuries 2 Development of appropriate Psychological First Aid Arrangements based on current evidence based practice in response to critical or major incidents 3 Development with the Service of health education packages designed to promote staff resilience It is essential the provider has previous extensive experience of working with the Emergency Services The provider must demonstrate examples of what technological or clinical innovations are they have introduced successfully for other similar clients.. This requirement is covered by Section 7 and Schedule 3 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, and is sub-threshold for those purposes. It will therefore be treated in accordance with the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016.

Options: increases in usage or the addition of other relevant services

Renewal: Extension of the contract by up to 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000577003
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT370231
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85121270 - Psychiatrist or psychologist services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£157,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20196 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
January 2023

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBUSLANG
Postcode
G72 7NA
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Cambuslang East
Westminster Constituency
Rutherglen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Rivers Centre for Traumatic Stress

Further Information

Notice Documents

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