Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham
Hammersmith and Fulham Town Hall
London
W6 9JU
Country
United Kingdom
Region code
UKI33 - Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Internet address(es)
Main address
http://www.capitalesourcing.com/
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at
http://www.capitalesourcing.com/
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Regional or local authority
one.5) Main activity
General public services
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Market Engagement for Sexual Health Outeach Services
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 85323000 - Community health services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
Hammersmith & Fulham Council are tendering for a service to provide sexual health promotion, prevention and outreach for Hammersmith & Fulham residents. As Hammersmith and Fulham have high rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), one of our key priorities is to reduce disease transmission—particularly amongst those aged under 25. We are good at early diagnosis of HIV, but we recognise we need to provide support to our population on addressing sexual health behaviour and reduce the transmission of STIs.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £2,562,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 85323000 - Community health services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKI33 - Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Main site or place of performance
London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Hammersmith & Fulham Council supports London ‘Fast-Track Cities initiative’ to end new HIV infections by 2030 in the capital and eliminate discrimination and stigma associated with the condition.
The provider will need to:
deliver universal and targeted campaigns and literature aimed at reducing the acquisition and transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
deliver mixed universal and targeted support services aimed at reducing inequalities and improving sexual health outcomes including counselling and group work activities
provide support and outreach to residents to address their needs, including specific support for self-management for people living with HIV, or for people engaging in risky behaviours
The Service
The provider will encourage early access to primarily sexual health services and provide bespoke packages of care for those who may experience additional stigma and discrimination. These residents include:
LGBTQ+ people
disabled people
people living with HIV
BAME communities
people with communication support needs.
The provider will ensure the service addresses the wider determinants of health all of which will be underpinned by a robust delivery model to include:
broadening the support around women’s reproductive health
reducing or working in areas of health inequalities delivering culturally competent campaigns effectively meeting the needs of key target populations
a targeted offer for people with learning disabilities and men who have sex with men
tackling stigma and fear of HIV in parts of the population
supporting an aging HIV population
addressing the specific needs of sex workers
provide outreach to our communities, using all forms of social media to engage
develop an online service that mirrors the in-person offer.
Bidders will be required to register on the Social Value Portal to enter social value commitments from H&F Themes Outcomes and Measures (TOMs) framework. The Successful Bidder is responsible for paying the Social Value Portal for Management Fee for the term of the contract.
Description of the geographical coverage: Hammersmith & Fulham
The initial contract period is 3 years, with the option 2 +2 years extensions
We would like to invite interested providers to attend a virtual market engagement event on Wednesday 13 September (11am─12.00pm). This session will provide an overview of the proposed service models and procurement timetable. We would value the opportunity to engage with potential service suppliers before the official tender opening, to hear your comments, suggestions or innovative ideas to assist in realising the aim of providing a cost efficient and high-quality services.
two.2.14) Additional information
If you are interested in joining the event via Microsoft Teams please register your interest at this Eventbrite link:
Engagement event for a H&F Sexual Health Outreach Service Tickets, Wed 13 Sep 2023 at 11:00 | Eventbrite
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
22 September 2023
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
We would like to invite interested providers to attend a virtual market engagement event on Wednesday 13 September (11am─12.00pm). This session will provide an overview of the proposed service models and procurement timetable. We would value the opportunity to engage with potential service suppliers before the official tender opening, to hear your comments, suggestions or innovative ideas to assist in realising the aim of providing a cost efficient and high-quality services.
If you are interested in joining the event via Microsoft Teams please register your interest at this Eventbrite link:
Engagement event for a H&F Sexual Health Outreach Service Tickets, Wed 13 Sep 2023 at 11:00 | Eventbrite
An invite to the event will be sent to you through email following this registration of interest.