Planning

Aberdeen City Alcohol and Drugs Partnership - Assertive Outreach Service

ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

28 Apr 2025 at 00:00

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

The procurement process initiated by Aberdeen City Council is currently at the planning stage for the "Aberdeen City Alcohol and Drugs Partnership - Assertive Outreach Service". This service aims to support individuals in high-risk groups dealing with problematic drug and alcohol use, with a focus on trauma-informed responses and basic support. Set to operate from 1 September 2025 to 30 November 2028, with an option for a one-year extension, the estimated value is £86,605 per annum. The service falls under the general public services category, with delivery located in Aberdeen City (UKM50) and classified under CPV code 85000000. Interested parties must submit their notes of interest by Monday, 12 May 2025, as per the published notice communication.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses skilled in health and social care services, especially those experienced in dealing with high-risk and hard-to-reach populations. Enterprises that specialise in trauma-informed care and outreach programs will find this procurement appealing, as it aligns with skills in managing cases that involve high-risk individuals due to drug-related harm. By securing this contract, businesses can not only enhance their portfolio in public service delivery but also contribute to crucial community support initiatives in Aberdeen City, potentially expanding their influence and service capabilities in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Aberdeen City Alcohol and Drugs Partnership - Assertive Outreach Service

Notice Description

The Aberdeen City Alcohol and Drugs Partnership requires the provision of an Assertive Outreach Service for people requiring support for problematic drug and alcohol use in identified high-risk groups. This service will focus on providing trauma informed responses and basic support for individuals who have been assessed as high risk.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Aberdeen City Alcohol and Drugs Partnership requires the provision of an Assertive Outreach Service for people requiring support for problematic drug and alcohol use in identified high-risk groups. This service will be part of a bespoke Assertive Outreach service to allow Aberdeen City ADP to respond to non-fatal overdose and people identified at high risk of drug related harm. The service is commissioned specifically to support the Assertive Outreach Coordinator who will operationally manage and coordinate the service. This service will focus on providing trauma informed responses and basic support for individuals who have been assessed as high risk. Assertive Outreach is a persistent and purposeful approach used to engage with individuals who do not present to, or have difficulties engaging with housing, homelessness, or health and social care services. This approach is particularly effective for people who are isolated, alienated, unwell, or disabled, and who are unable or unwilling to attend services and keep appointments It is estimated that the contract would run from 1 September 2025 to 30 November 2028 with a one year potential extension. The estimated contract value would be 86605 GDP per year.. This notice is designed to test market interest and capability to deliver this service, it is not a call for competition. If there are sufficient capable providers interested in this opportunity an appropriate procurement activity will be undertaken at a later date.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000797098
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529072
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

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£360,850 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 Apr 2025Expired
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
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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