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title: "T997 - Student Counselling 2024"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03b808"
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# T997 - Student Counselling 2024

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03b808

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## Summary

The University of Essex has awarded a contract titled "T997 - Student Counselling 2024" to Health Assured Ltd for providing counselling services across its three campuses. This contract, valued at £1,028,375, falls under the "services" category with a CPV classification of 85312320 (Counselling services). The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure and was covered by GPA regulations. The award was finalised on 6th August 2024, with the official signing occurring on the same date. The target region for service delivery is UKH3, encompassing all campuses of the University of Essex in Colchester, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently marked as "Award" and the service is now active.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in delivering large-scale counselling services, especially those familiar with the needs of higher education institutions. Companies capable of offering tailored, short-term counselling sessions both in person and via remote communication methods will find this contract lucrative. The contract spans three years, with potential extensions up to a maximum of five years, making it an attractive proposition for large counselling service providers aiming to expand their portfolio within the education sector. As student mental health becomes a growing concern, businesses adept in managing diverse student needs will be particularly well-suited for similar future opportunities.

## 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.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

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.

Renewal: This contract will initially be for three (3) years, with the option of two further extensions of one year each, making a total contract period of no longer than five (5) years. Extensions will be granted at the discretion of the University of Essex.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024805-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | 15 Jan 2024 |
| Award date | 5 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | £1,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,028,375 |

## Status

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

## 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 | TLH3 Essex |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312300 - Guidance and counselling services
- 85312320 - Counselling services

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2024 at 09:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024805-2024
- 16 Feb 2024 at 08:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005164-2024
- 3 Apr 2023 at 08:18 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009582-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.essex.ac.uk
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login

## Provenance

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