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title: "Rapid Access to Psychological Therapies Service."
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# Rapid Access to Psychological Therapies Service.

Buyer: CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6bc1cec4-0405-4ffe-869f-2b9e8016fe66

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Cheshire West and Chester Council, which is seeking bids for the "Rapid Access to Psychological Therapies Service," classified under health and social work services. The tender process has concluded with contract awards confirmed on 3rd October 2018. The contract is valued at £100,000 and is set to commence on 1st November 2018, with a duration ending on 31st March 2020. The procurement method used was an open procedure, allowing for a broad range of participants, which is important as various entities can submit proposals from locations such as the United Kingdom and other territories.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health and social services sector, particularly for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary sector organisations (VSCEs) that specialise in mental health services. Companies that provide psychological support, counselling, or related services would be well-suited to compete for this contract, potentially contributing to community mental health initiatives and driving business growth in the sector. Engaging in such contracts can enhance market presence and foster partnerships within public health frameworks.

## Notice

Rapid Access to Psychological Therapies Service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8399e8b-dce8-40fc-b0de-62a07f15dee5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Oct 2018 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2018 - 30 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,000 |
| 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 | CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Locality | CHESTER |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH1 2NP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Chester City & the Garden Quarter |
| Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHESHIRE AND WIRRAL PARTNERSHIP NHS TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 3 Oct 2018 at 09:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8399e8b-dce8-40fc-b0de-62a07f15dee5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8399e8b-dce8-40fc-b0de-62a07f15dee5
  3rd October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=a9ac35f5-bc94-e811-80ed-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/

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