--- title: "WA12572 - Avon and Somerset Sexual Assault and Abuse Therapies Service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-89ca7a81-4038-4e7d-b0cb-64c4e02d4eb4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-89ca7a81-4038-4e7d-b0cb-64c4e02d4eb4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-89ca7a81-4038-4e7d-b0cb-64c4e02d4eb4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-89ca7a81-4038-4e7d-b0cb-64c4e02d4eb4.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT" published: "2022-08-12" --- # WA12572 - Avon and Somerset Sexual Assault and Abuse Therapies Service Buyer: NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-89ca7a81-4038-4e7d-b0cb-64c4e02d4eb4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-89ca7a81-4038-4e7d-b0cb-64c4e02d4eb4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-89ca7a81-4038-4e7d-b0cb-64c4e02d4eb4.json) ## Summary The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit is inviting tenders for the Avon and Somerset Sexual Assault and Abuse Therapies Service. This procurement falls under the health services category and aims to deliver these services in Avon and Somerset starting from 1st April 2023. The contract value is £3,944,598, with an open procurement method and a tender period ending on 23rd September 2022. This opportunity to provide sexual assault and abuse therapies service in the South West of the United Kingdom offers SMEs and VCSEs a chance to contribute. Businesses capable of delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to diverse needs and presentations are well-suited to compete. The integrated referral system and focus on equity and collaboration provide a platform for businesses interested in supporting individuals affected by sexual violence and abuse. ## Notice NHS England South West seeks a Provider with the capability and capacity to deliver a Sexual Assault and Abuse Therapies Service in Avon & Somerset. The Avon and Somerset Sexual Assault and Abuse Therapies Service will be required to focus on service provision for people resident in Avon and Somerset. Due to the nature of funding, the service will operate across Avon and Somerset, but some specific activity will be required and monitored in 'Bristol' and 'Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire'. Future provision should include significant innovation in the way services are delivered, broadening the 'menu' of interventions. It should focus on increasing collaboration, striving for equity across the geography and an integrated pathway. Within the broader pathway, this service will provide (or enable access to): * A range of evidence-based, trauma-informed therapeutic interventions for adults and children of all genders who have experienced sexual violence and abuse * A range of interventions to respond to diverse needs and presentations, including complex trauma. This should include a 'helpline' and may also include for example befriending, peer support, psycho-education, brief interventions, creative therapies, counselling, EMDR. * Services within a range of dedicated premises and via remote platforms (by telephone or online), according to service user preference * Individual and group provision * Integrated referral, assessment, waiting list and case management systems * Good endings and prevent dependencies on therapy services * Clear escalation processes and referral routes through relevant pathways, including mental and physical health, criminal justice and domestic abuse * Provision which responds to the needs of people with protected characteristics, is culturally competent and offers reasonable adjustments where indicated The new contract is due to commence on 1st April 2023. This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners. Interested providers will be able to view this notice via the 'Live Opportunities' list on the e-procurement system, Atamis, available on the following link: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddb973d1-688c-4810-baf3-3ad049a1ec37 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Aug 2022 | | Submission deadline | 23 Sep 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2023 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,944,598 | | 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 | NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS1 3NX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Bristol Central | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85100000 - Health services ## Release History - 12 Aug 2022 at 15:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddb973d1-688c-4810-baf3-3ad049a1ec37 - 12 Aug 2022 at 15:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50bbe302-d314-49da-b466-fc18c5a26140 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddb973d1-688c-4810-baf3-3ad049a1ec37 12th August 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50bbe302-d314-49da-b466-fc18c5a26140 12th August 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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