--- title: "Integrated Contraception and Sexual Health Service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ead362fd-92ce-494f-9c08-56bc893f2fa7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ead362fd-92ce-494f-9c08-56bc893f2fa7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ead362fd-92ce-494f-9c08-56bc893f2fa7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ead362fd-92ce-494f-9c08-56bc893f2fa7.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2019-09-16" --- # Integrated Contraception and Sexual Health Service Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ead362fd-92ce-494f-9c08-56bc893f2fa7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ead362fd-92ce-494f-9c08-56bc893f2fa7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ead362fd-92ce-494f-9c08-56bc893f2fa7.json) ## Summary Bedford Borough Council, acting on behalf of Milton Keynes Council, is seeking proposals for the "Integrated Contraception and Sexual Health Service." This procurement falls under the health services category and is aimed at enhancing public health through improved access to quality sexual health services. The tender is currently open, with a deadline for submissions set for 2nd October 2019. The contract period is expected to commence on 1st April 2020 and conclude on 31st March 2025, with delivery required at the specified postal code MK42 9AP in the East of England. The procurement method is an open procedure that is above the threshold for competitive bids. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in health services, particularly those focused on sexual health and well-being. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, providing services such as self-help information, preventive care, and treatment options. The focus on reducing unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections indicates a need for innovative and effective service delivery, making it an ideal opportunity for health services providers looking to expand their footprint in the public health sector. ## Notice Sexual health is an important area of public health. Most of the adult population of England are sexually active and access to quality sexual health services improves the health and wellbeing of both individuals and populations. The Government has set out its ambitions for improving sexual health in its publication, A Framework for Sexual Health Improvement in England. 2013 Bedford Borough Council on behalf of Milton Keynes Council, wishes to procure a high quality Integrated Sexual Health Service that provides equitable access to self-help information and advice, preventive, diagnostic and treatment services, and timely referral to specialist services. The overall aim is to reduce unplanned pregnancies, reduce the prevalence of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI). 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/3845d098-e52e-467f-a526-96eb4352382c | | 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 | 16 Sep 2019 | | Submission deadline | 2 Oct 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2025 | | 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 | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | UNITED KINGDOM | | Post town | Milton Keynes | | Postcode | MK42 9AP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford | | Local authority | Bedford | | Electoral ward | Cauldwell | | Westminster constituency | Bedford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85100000 - Health services ## Release History - 16 Sep 2019 at 07:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3845d098-e52e-467f-a526-96eb4352382c - 16 Sep 2019 at 07:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3845d098-e52e-467f-a526-96eb4352382c - 16 Sep 2019 at 07:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3845d098-e52e-467f-a526-96eb4352382c - 16 Sep 2019 at 07:22 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3845d098-e52e-467f-a526-96eb4352382c - 2 Sep 2019 at 14:19 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3845d098-e52e-467f-a526-96eb4352382c - 2 Sep 2019 at 14:19 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3845d098-e52e-467f-a526-96eb4352382c - 2 Sep 2019 at 14:19 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3845d098-e52e-467f-a526-96eb4352382c - 2 Sep 2019 at 14:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3845d098-e52e-467f-a526-96eb4352382c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3845d098-e52e-467f-a526-96eb4352382c 16th September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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