Planning

School Counselling Service - West Lothian Primary Schools & ASN School Settings

WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL

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Planning

24 Jan 2020 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

West Lothian Council is initiating a procurement process to secure a school counselling service for primary aged pupils, specifically those aged 10 years and above, within West Lothian schools and Additional Support Needs (ASN) settings. The intended procurement is currently in the planning stage, with an important date for future notices set for 17th February 2020. This service will be classified under general public services within the region and aims to enhance existing counselling support provided in secondary schools.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in educational support services, particularly those with expertise in counselling for children and young adults. Firms that can demonstrate relevant experience and a qualified workforce will be well-placed to compete for this contract. Collaborations with local educational agencies and a commitment to adhere to Scottish Government guidance will also be advantageous for tendering companies, paving the way for potential growth in their service offerings within the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

School Counselling Service - West Lothian Primary Schools & ASN School Settings

Notice Description

West Lothian Council announce their intention to procure a school counselling service for primary aged pupils aged 10 years and above.

Lot Information

Lot 1

West Lothian Council require a fully experienced and qualified service provider to provide a school counselling service for primary aged pupils aged 10 years and above to augment their existing services already available in Secondary Schools. The Primary School Service will provide counselling support to pupils in this age range across all primary and ASN school settings on a needs led basis. Clear criteria for accessing the service will be undertaken with providers and will be in line with Scottish Government guidance in this area. The Primary School Counselling Service will also collaborate with Education Service and partner agencies to ensure that the service dovetails with existing strategies and supports.. Further information may be obtained from Jennyfer McNiven (Principal Educational Psychologist) - ed.psych@westlothian.gov.uk or 01506 283130.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000611556
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN378352
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Feb 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Tom Henderson
Contact Email
tom.henderson@westlothian.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1506281814

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVINGSTON
Postcode
EH54 6FF
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM14 West Lothian
Delivery Location
TLM78 West Lothian
Local Authority
West Lothian
Electoral Ward
Livingston South
Westminster Constituency
Livingston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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