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title: "VWCU Supervision Contract with Heather Watson Councelling - Transparency Notice"
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# VWCU Supervision Contract with Heather Watson Councelling - Transparency Notice

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5a38f630-37ed-4333-a842-24f2f746e583

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed the tender process for the "VWCU Supervision Contract with Heather Watson Counselling - Transparency Notice," classified under counselling services (CPV: 85312320). The procurement was undertaken as a direct single tender action below the threshold, and the contract has been awarded to Heather Watson T/A Heather Watson Counselling. The contract covers various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The tender period concluded on 16th October 2024, with the contract set to commence on 4th November 2024 and end on 3rd November 2025. The contract value is £24,310 GBP.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for SMEs, particularly those offering counselling services, as the Ministry of Defence has shown a preference for engaging with small and medium-sized enterprises. By securing contracts with prominent buyers such as the Ministry of Defence, businesses can enhance their market reputation and achieve substantial growth. Companies that specialise in providing professional counselling services and are looking to expand their client base across a diverse geographical area would be well-suited to compete in such tenders.

## Notice

Contract documents for transparency.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b8ba6ff-c33a-48d3-900c-d451167e3bef |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 4 Nov 2024 - 3 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,310 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £24,310 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| 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 | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HEATHER WATSON T/A HEATHER WATSON COUNSELLING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312320 - Counselling services

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2024 at 13:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b8ba6ff-c33a-48d3-900c-d451167e3bef

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b8ba6ff-c33a-48d3-900c-d451167e3bef
  25th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a30a8be4-61bd-4c25-9c0e-cf21acb92224
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