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title: "C003023 - OCCUPATIONAL PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELLING SERVICE"
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buyer: "WEST MIDLANDS FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY"
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# C003023 - OCCUPATIONAL PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELLING SERVICE

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-52b28548-cbe7-4895-b74d-9691765b0324

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## Summary

The West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority is seeking proposals for the Occupational Psychological Counselling Service under an open procurement method, following the Light Touch Regime as per the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions closing on 23rd March 2021. The total value of the contract ranges from £80,000 to £160,000, and the awarded contract will be active from 1st May 2021 to 30th April 2025. The service will be delivered in the West Midlands region, focusing on health and social work services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social services, particularly those offering psychological counselling and mental health support. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as the buying authority has expressed suitability for these types of organisations. By providing a comprehensive mental health and wellbeing service, businesses can contribute to enhancing the strategic health initiatives within the West Midlands Fire Service, fostering growth in a sector that is increasingly crucial for employee wellbeing.

## Notice

West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority ("the Authority") is conducting this procurement using the Light Touch Regime in accordance with the requirements of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 for the purpose of procuring the services To provide a comprehensive proactive Occupational Mental Health and Wellbeing service for employees including, CBT and other psychological treatment services, awareness and training in mental health and trauma and to influence the strategic mental health and wellbeing direction of West Midlands Fire Service. This will be a confidential service with a primary aim of treating individuals who are experiencing mental health problems and advising Occupational Health (OH) on support strategies to aid their recovery. There will also be continuous improvement work to enhance all services as agreed with the Fire Authorities OH Manager. Details of what is required is contained within

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/127e39ed-dbdb-4cf4-864d-886a152a9cae |
| 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 | 22 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2021 - 30 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| 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 | WEST MIDLANDS FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B7 4HW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85312300 - Guidance and counselling services
- 85312320 - Counselling services

## Release History

- 22 Feb 2021 at 16:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/127e39ed-dbdb-4cf4-864d-886a152a9cae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/127e39ed-dbdb-4cf4-864d-886a152a9cae
  22nd February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=36766&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/34952
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.wmfs.net

## Provenance

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