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Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council has awarded a contract titled "Complementary Therapy and Counselling for BAME Women Suffering Domestic Abuse" aimed at providing essential services to Black Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) women facing domestic abuse. This procurement process was initiated under a limited method and the contract, valued at £54,956, was signed on 18th September 2019. The procurement is classified under the "services" category and was completed without prior publication due to ongoing service redesign efforts. The location for service delivery is Edinburgh, with the engagement directly impacting regional public service provisions.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in counselling and complementary therapy services. Companies with experience in providing targeted support for vulnerable communities, particularly those addressing issues of domestic abuse and cultural sensitivity, would be well-positioned to compete. The contract represents a chance to establish a lasting partnership with a local authority, reinforcing the importance of community-based services while contributing to meaningful social outcomes.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Complementary Therapy and Counselling for BAME Women Suffering Domestic Abuse

Notice Description

Provision of complementary therapy and counselling to Black Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) Women Suffering Domestic Abuse.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This service is to ensure the continuation of care and support to Black Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) Women suffering Domestic Abuse

Procurement Information

Section 13 of the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014 allows for award without seeking offers, but should consider the TFEU fundamental principles where relevant. As the service requirement is undergoing redesign, it was deemed to be in the best interest of the BAME Women suffering Domestic Abuse to award this contract extension as an interim measure to ensure continuity of service. As this is a preventative service which provides support before other more costly interventions are required. The award will allow time for the establishment of a new service to commence April 2020.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000598721
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368909
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£54,956 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The City of Edinburgh Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Saheliya

Further Information

Notice Documents

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