---
title: "Sexual Health and Blood Borne Virus Prevention, Testing and Treatment Support Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-031eda"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN"
published: "2022-06-17"
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# Sexual Health and Blood Borne Virus Prevention, Testing and Treatment Support Service

Buyer: NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-031eda

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## Summary

The recent procurement by NHS Ayrshire & Arran seeks tenders for the provision of a Sexual Health and Blood Borne Virus Prevention, Testing and Treatment Support Service, aimed at supporting the sexual health of LGBTQ individuals in the Ayrshire and Arran area. This active tender falls under the medical specialist services category, with an estimated contract value of £300,000 and a contract period of three years, including options for extensions. The tendering process is open and submissions must be made electronically by 8 April 2022, with the award decision expected shortly thereafter.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in health service delivery, social care, or specialised support services for LGBTQ populations. Companies that provide medical and social work services, particularly those familiar with the needs and challenges of sexual health, would find this tender well-suited for their expertise. Additionally, smaller and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may compete effectively given the recent participation from such firms, as evidenced by statistics from prior bids.

## Notice

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are seeking Tenders for the provision of a Sexual Health and Blood Borne Virus (BBV) Prevention, Testing and Treatment Support Service. Providing comprehensive support for the sexual health and wellbeing of LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning), adults and young people.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is committed to working together to achieve the healthiest lift possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran. This includes ensuring that the population has the necessary knowledge, support and access to services to enable good sexual health and wellbeing.

Renewal: Option to extend up to two x 12 month periods.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016612-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jun 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Three years, depending upon annual funding and whether agreed 2 x 12 month extension periods are taken. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £359,523 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN |
| Locality | AYR |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA6 6AB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM94 South Ayrshire |
| Local authority | South Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Maybole, North Carrick and Coylton |
| Westminster constituency | Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock |
| Delivery location | TLM94 South Ayrshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TERRENCE HIGGINS TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services
- 85121200 - Medical specialist services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2022 at 07:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016612-2022
- 7 Mar 2022 at 16:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006209-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nhsaaa.net
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000682716
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00060

## Provenance

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