Conversion Therapy - Victim Support Service

Location

United Kingdom:

Description

The Cabinet Office (the “Authority”), is seeking to establish a contract for the provision of Conversion Therapy Victim Support Service. Suppliers will be required to provide the Deliverables (services) set out in the Specification. The full Specification is set out in the Invitation to Tender (ITT).

Total Quantity or Scope

The Authority requires the development, set-up and operation of a helpline and website that will direct clients to relevant, existing services and provide initial pastoral support to individuals who have gone through, are going through, or are at risk of conversion therapy practices. The helpline and website will be collectively known as the Conversion Therapy Victim Support Service. The service will be required to direct clients to existing support and to provide information and, when necessary, direct support to vulnerable persons, whilst the website will be expected to provide public information and resources on the topic of conversion therapy. That the service required provides guidance and signposting to relevant services that users may require, such as counselling, options for making a report to the police, and other public services such as emergency housing. The service should also provide support to professionals who may be concerned about an instance of conversion therapy and are seeking support on what action to take. Additional information: Crown Commercial Service is acting as the Agent on behalf of the Authority. The value in II.2.6 is an indicative value over 36 months. The breakdown is as follows: 2022-2023 - £120k 2023-2024 - £120k 2024-2025 - £120k * *Optional 3rd year extension.

Renewal Options

The duration of the contract is for 24 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months at the discretion of the Authority.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 72253000 - Helpdesk and support services
• 85312320 - Counselling services

Indicators

• This is a one-off contract (no recurrence)
• Renewals are available.
• Professional qualifications are sought.

Other Information

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