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title: "T997 - Student Counselling 2024"
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# T997 - Student Counselling 2024

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ef52ea14-2189-4b9c-b9e3-925be517556d

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## Summary

The University of Essex has concluded its procurement process for the "T997 - Student Counselling 2024" project, aimed at providing counselling services to its students. An award worth £1,028,375 was issued to Health Assured Limited on 7th August 2024. This contract, involving counselling services under CPV code 85312320, is set to commence on 1st October 2024 and will run until 30th September 2029. Covering multiple locations including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and globally, the procurement for this service was conducted through an open procedure, specifically targeted at service providers. The key deadline for tender submissions was 15th April 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in delivering large-scale counselling services, particularly within the higher education sector. Companies that have a depth of understanding of diverse student needs and are capable of offering personalised and scalable services are well-suited to this project. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) were specifically considered suitable, enabling a wider range of service providers to compete and potentially contribute to student well-being across multiple locations. This initiative not only supports current demand but also enhances service providers' visibility and impact in the educational domain.

## Notice

The University of Essex is seeking an external partner for delivery of its student counselling service. All registered students across three campuses are eligible to access counselling and sessions will be delivered in person or remotely by video or telephone, as aligned to the needs of the student. The service will tailor session numbers to the presenting needs of the student while retaining a short-term counselling model and the context of a university-based service. Submissions are welcome from suppliers who have experience of delivering counselling services at scale, particularly in the higher education sector, and can demonstrate an understanding of the needs of diverse groups of students.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be14c2c9-8806-4c6b-9b58-bf6c20cecd1b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,028,375 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 3SQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Wivenhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Harwich and North Essex |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HEALTH ASSURED |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312320 - Counselling services

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2024 at 09:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be14c2c9-8806-4c6b-9b58-bf6c20cecd1b
- 16 Feb 2024 at 08:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4ea05d4-06c7-474c-aee4-4b50e9fdb2cd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be14c2c9-8806-4c6b-9b58-bf6c20cecd1b
  7th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4ea05d4-06c7-474c-aee4-4b50e9fdb2cd
  16th February 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login?cid=UNIESSEX
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