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title: "CS098-SWS Counselling 2024"
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buyer: "BATH SPA UNIVERSITY"
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# CS098-SWS Counselling 2024

Buyer: BATH SPA UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1517935f-1213-4940-b2e6-ef06cbd08379

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## Summary

Bath Spa University is initiating a public procurement process titled "CS098-SWS Counselling 2024" to procure externally provided counselling services that will enhance the existing in-house offer for students. This tender falls under the category of counselling services (CPV: 85312320) and is designed to complement the in-house triage by the Mental Health team. The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with an open procedure in place. The tender period ends on 9th September 2024 at 11:00 AM, and the contract is set to commence on 6th January 2025, running through until 6th January 2028. The opportunity is based in the South West of the United Kingdom and has an estimated value of £300,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises). Businesses specializing in counselling services and capable of integrating their services seamlessly with existing in-house provisions will find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities. The long-term contract (2+3 years) offers a stable revenue stream, making it an attractive proposition for service providers who are looking to expand their portfolio within the educational sector. The open procurement method ensures a transparent and competitive selection process, encouraging diverse market participants to submit their proposals.

## Notice

SWS are undertaking a tender process to explore the potential of an externally provided counselling service for students that would enhance and complement the in-house offer. We would want to maintain the current in-house triage of students, which is via the MH team and a seamless referral pathway if an external provider is commissioned. If accpeted this shall be a a 2+3 Contract. term.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/593081ac-edb8-42a4-a1c5-5072455bc2f3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2025 - 6 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BATH SPA UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA2 9BN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Saltford |
| Westminster constituency | North East Somerset and Hanham |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312320 - Counselling services

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2024 at 17:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/593081ac-edb8-42a4-a1c5-5072455bc2f3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/593081ac-edb8-42a4-a1c5-5072455bc2f3
  5th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bath:-Counselling-services./6UTX7PE2WU
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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