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title: "Employee Assistance Programme"
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# Employee Assistance Programme

Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5a7e7860-8b62-4677-94ce-7ac16ed4fca0

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## Summary

Lancaster University is currently inviting tenders for an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) aimed at providing staff support services for both individuals based in the UK and those working overseas. The tender is classified under the category of company health services and is set to close on 9th July 2017. The contract is expected to last for two years, commencing on 1st November 2017, with an option for a two-year extension based on performance. The university, located in Lancaster, UK, seeks providers with a strong track record in delivering such services in the higher education sector, catering to approximately 3100 employees.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for firms specialising in employee wellbeing and health services, particularly those with experience in higher education contexts. Businesses that can provide innovative and effective EAP solutions, demonstrating proven outcomes, will be well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, companies with a capacity to offer services to diverse geographical areas, including international support, could leverage this opportunity to enhance their market presence and contribute to the wellbeing of university staff.

## Notice

The Purchaser is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT for the delivery of an Employee Assistance Programme. The term of the contract will be 2 years, with an option to extend the contract for up to a further two years and subject to satisfactory performance. Bids are invited from providers with an excellent track record of providing this service in the HE Sector. Lancaster University requires an effective and modern Employee Assistance Programme [EAP] Service both within the UK and for University staff working overseas. The EAP service will be made available to 3100 staff on a contract of employment [full and part time]. Use of the service will not be mandatory and Lancaster University does not guarantee volumes. The EAP service that Lancaster University requires is as defined by the Employee Assistance Programme Association: Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a519420f-4f77-4a3f-a4cd-4c04c537af97 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2017 - 31 Oct 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LANCASTER |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA1 4YW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Lancaster |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85147000 - Company health services

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2017 at 08:59 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a519420f-4f77-4a3f-a4cd-4c04c537af97
- 16 Jun 2017 at 08:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a519420f-4f77-4a3f-a4cd-4c04c537af97

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a519420f-4f77-4a3f-a4cd-4c04c537af97
  16th June 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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