Tender

Community Supports - Counselling Services Framework

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

12 Sep 2024 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council has initiated an open tender procurement process for the Community Supports - Counselling Services Framework, targeting the provision of high-quality counselling sessions in Kilmarnock, specifically in the region of UKM93. The buying organisation, located at the Corporate Procurement Team, London Road HQ, Kilmarnock, oversees this process, which is currently in the Tender stage. The deadline for electronic submissions is 22nd October 2024, followed by the bid opening on the same day. This procurement falls under the General public services industry category, with an estimated value of GBP 360,000 and the potential for two one-year extensions.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mental health support services, particularly those experienced in Person Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. The framework agreement allows for multiple participants, making it suitable for both established counselling service providers and smaller enterprises looking to expand their market presence. Firms with a demonstrated capability in delivering tailored mental health interventions and the requisite professional qualifications will find this tender a valuable avenue for growth and community impact, with the added advantage of committing to long-term community benefits.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Community Supports - Counselling Services Framework

Notice Description

Delivery of counselling sessions, by qualified Counsellers, to individuals, who have been assessed as appropriate to participate in counselling sessions by their Mental Health Practitioner

Lot Information

Lot 1

Delivery of counselling sessions, by qualified Counsellors, to individuals, who have been assessed as appropriate to participate in counselling sessions by their Mental Health Practitioner. These sessions will be of the highest quality to assist those with mild to moderate mental health issues. This work will be carried out through the provision of a counselling service offering both Person Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and be effective to empower service users to achieve long lasting positive change to their life and mental health.

Renewal: 2 x 1 year extensions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000777862
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514116
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
In 2, 3 or 4 years subject to extensions invoked and available funding.

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
David Shields
Contact Email
david.shields@east-ayrshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1563576000

Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Further Information

Notice Documents

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