---
title: "Specialist Counselling for those affected by substance misuse"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052c23"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-06-04"
---

# Specialist Counselling for those affected by substance misuse

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052c23

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by East Sussex County Council pertains to the provision of specialist counselling services for individuals affected by substance misuse, specifically crack cocaine and heroin use. Under their legal basis outlined by UKPGA 2023/54, this procurement falls within the services industry category and was completed using a direct procurement method, categorised as "lightTouch" and "Below threshold - without competition". The contracting process is marked as complete, with the awarded contract effective from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026. This procurement was based in Lewes, located within the UKJ22 region of the United Kingdom.

This contract presents potential growth opportunities for businesses involved in healthcare and social services, particularly those providing specialised counselling services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that have expertise in substance misuse treatment may find similar opportunities beneficial. The procurement method favours suitable candidates for direct, non-competitive bids, enhancing opportunities for businesses that focus on tailored, niche service offerings. Businesses that can accommodate contract options allowing for price increases and possible extensions if additional funding is obtained, should consider engaging with similar future tenders.

## Notice

This is a specialist counselling service for adults affected by crack cocaine and heroin use.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029758-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £40,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEWES |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN7 1UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Priory |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MICHAELA SHEPPARD T/A COUNSELLINGWORK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312320 - Counselling services

## Release History

- 4 Jun 2025 at 09:39 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029758-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029758-2025
  4th June 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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