--- title: "North Ayrshire Wellbeing and Recovery College" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02de3e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02de3e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02de3e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02de3e.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2021-09-08" --- # North Ayrshire Wellbeing and Recovery College Buyer: NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02de3e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02de3e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02de3e.json) ## Summary The North Ayrshire Council is initiating a procurement process titled "North Ayrshire Wellbeing and Recovery College," aimed at enhancing health and social work services within the region of North Ayrshire, UK. Currently in the planning stage, this tender seeks to establish a Wellbeing and Recovery College that will function as part of the North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership. Interested parties must express their intent by 29th September 2021, with a future notice date anticipated on 16th December 2021. The successful provider will collaboratively deliver an educational programme centred on mental health recovery while adhering to the legal framework set out in CELEX directive 32014L0024. This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health and social care sector, particularly those specialising in mental health services, educational programme development, or community support. Companies with experience in co-production approaches, educational management, and peer support initiatives will be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender allows businesses to contribute to innovative mental health solutions while expanding their service offerings and network within the public sector. ## Notice Following the successful development of a Public Social Partnership (PSP) and pilot project, NAC on behalf of North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership (NAHSCP) intends to commission a Wellbeing and Recovery College within the Partnership's integrated community support mental health service. The service is intended to compliment a number of other local projects ensuring a comprehensive network of support for people with mental health problems. The Well Being and Recovery College will be delivered collaboratively with the successful provider and NAHSCP working together to deliver the service. In order to support this the North Ayrshire Community Mental Health Service will provide a minimum of 15 hours staff time to the Well Being and Recovery College to support the college's development and the running of courses. It is intended that this early intervention and prevention approach will diminish the potential for the development of long-term mental health conditions and support individuals in their recovery. The Wellbeing and Recovery College will provide an alternative to traditional approaches to mental health. The service is founded on four principles: Co-production; Education; Inclusion; and Recovery Focussed. Peer support is an essential component of the service. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The service provider will manage the Wellbeing and Recovery College in order to meet the service aims and outcomes. This will include the following:- - Implementation of a local partnership approach to deliver a planned programme of courses covering a range of mental health and wellbeing related topics which provides educational and therapeutic approaches as routes to recovery, increased resilience and self-management. - A co-production approach to the design and delivery of the curriculum which will bring together students; educators and trainers; and other health and social care professionals to ensure courses are tailored to local requirements with a diverse mix of expertise contributing to the service. The Wellbeing and Recovery College service aims are:- 1. To support people in developing their own recovery focussed learning plans in becoming experts in their own self-care; developing and growing peer support networks; and encouraging people to learn from others who have faced mental health challenges. 2. To provide courses and workshops that will empower people to achieve personal goals. The Wellbeing and Recovery College service outcomes are that people affected by mental health problems in North Ayrshire will:- - Experience recovery in terms of improved mental health and wellbeing. - Build social and community supports by engaging with peer supporters. - Access and contribute towards a recovery-based education programme. - Have Improved levels of self-management. The Service will support people to understand their problems and learn how to manage these in pursuit of their individual recovery goals. - Be supported by a service based on co-facilitation and co-learning through peer support; 'experts by experience'; tutors/trainers; 'experts by profession'; and a student services team who champion these values. - Be involved with the future development of mental health services in North Ayrshire. Additional information: The final date for expressions of interest is Wednesday 29th September 2021 The Provider must have the relevant experience to carry out this procurement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022223-2021 | | Notice type | Planning 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 | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Sep 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 16 Dec 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | IRVINE | | Post town | Kilmarnock | | Postcode | KA12 8EE | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire | | Local authority | North Ayrshire | | Electoral ward | Irvine South | | Westminster constituency | Central Ayrshire | | Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 8 Sep 2021 at 08:35 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022223-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=666314 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00337 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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