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title: "Community Supports - Counselling Services Framework"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000777862"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2024-09-12"
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# Community Supports - Counselling Services Framework

Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000777862

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## Summary

East Ayrshire Council has initiated an open tender procurement process for the Community Supports - Counselling Services Framework, targeting the provision of high-quality counselling sessions in Kilmarnock, specifically in the region of UKM93. The buying organisation, located at the Corporate Procurement Team, London Road HQ, Kilmarnock, oversees this process, which is currently in the Tender stage. The deadline for electronic submissions is 22nd October 2024, followed by the bid opening on the same day. This procurement falls under the General public services industry category, with an estimated value of GBP 360,000 and the potential for two one-year extensions.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mental health support services, particularly those experienced in Person Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. The framework agreement allows for multiple participants, making it suitable for both established counselling service providers and smaller enterprises looking to expand their market presence. Firms with a demonstrated capability in delivering tailored mental health interventions and the requisite professional qualifications will find this tender a valuable avenue for growth and community impact, with the added advantage of committing to long-term community benefits.

## Notice

Delivery of counselling sessions, by qualified Counsellers, to individuals, who have been assessed as appropriate to participate in counselling sessions by their Mental Health Practitioner

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Delivery of counselling sessions, by qualified Counsellors, to individuals, who have been assessed as appropriate to participate in counselling sessions by their Mental Health Practitioner. These sessions will be of the highest quality to assist those with mild to moderate mental health issues. This work will be carried out through the provision of a counselling service offering both Person Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and be effective to empower service users to achieve long lasting positive change to their life and mental health.

Renewal: 2 x 1 year extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514116 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | In 2, 3 or 4 years subject to extensions invoked and available funding. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | £360,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | KILMARNOCK |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA3 7BU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | East Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Kilmarnock East and Hurlford |
| Westminster constituency | Kilmarnock and Loudoun |
| Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 12 Sep 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514116

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514116
  Community Supports - Counselling Services Framework - Delivery of counselling sessions, by qualified Counsellers, to individuals, who have been assessed as appropriate to participate in counselling sessions by their Mental Health Practitioner

## Notice URLs

- http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000777862
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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