Scope
Reference
CP2598-24
Description
DCC is seeking to engage with a single supplier to deliver/co-ordinate both lots of training on behalf of Devon Public Health: Lot 1 - Connect 5; including Youth Connect 5 (or equivalent programme) Lot 2 - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
We are looking to commission a single contract, with either one provider delivering both elements or one lead provider,? to manage the proposed training offer.
Total value (estimated)
- £257,770 excluding VAT
- £309,324 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80500000 - Training services
Contract locations
- UKK43 - Devon CC
Lot constraints
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
Bidders may submit Tenders in respect of all lots only. DCC are seeking a single supplier for both lots.
Not the same for all lots
Contract dates are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot 1. Connect 5 (or equivalent programme)
Description
Connect 5 is a three-part programme undertaken in 3 modules, enabling organisations and individuals to identify the level of mental health and wellbeing training required for their needs.
Lot value (estimated)
- £180,439 excluding VAT
- £216,527 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 6 October 2025 to 31 March 2027
- Possible extension to 31 March 2029
- 3 years, 5 months, 26 days
Description of possible extension:
2 possible extensions:
12 months + 12 months
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Description
ASIST provides participants with practical skills and knowledge to effectively recognise those who may be at risk of suicide, conduct a suicide prevention intervention, and develop a safety plan with the person to connect them to further support.
Lot value (estimated)
- £77,331 excluding VAT
- £92,797 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 6 October 2025 to 31 March 2027
- Possible extension to 31 March 2029
- 3 years, 5 months, 26 days
Description of possible extension:
2 possible extension
12 months + 12 months
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot 1. Connect 5 (or equivalent programme)
Lot 2. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
The conditions of legal and financial capacity are set out in the ITT, in the Procurement Specific Questionnaire. The conditions of participation will be assessed in accordance with the assessment methodologies detailed in the Procurement Specific Questionnaire.
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Connect 5 (or equivalent programme)
Lot 2. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
12 August 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
19 August 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
The tender documents associated with this procurement are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at the Authority's e-tendering portal (Procontract)
https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/
Direct link to the competition advert on the Authority's e-tendering portal (Procontract)
Click on the Competition Advert link and you can then express an interest in this opportunity by clicking the green button "Log in and register interest in this opportunity".
Once you have expressed an interest, the system will automatically allow you access to the project documentation that will be stored within "My Activities" in your account on the system.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
19 September 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 70.00% |
| Price | Price | 30.00% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
The Authority has not carried out preliminary market engagement in relation to the Contract. The Authority did not publish a Preliminary Market Engagement Notice in relation to the engagement. The reason for this is, there is a limited market and the Authority considers that competition under this Procurement will not be distorted because the training required is a structured product which should prevent any perceived advantage. It should be noted that if a supplier can offer an equivalent training programme in line with the specific requirements of Connect 5, this will be considered ensuring no barriers are identified.
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/
The tender documents associated with this procurement are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at the Authority's e-tendering portal (Procontract)
https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/
Direct link to the competition advert on the Authority's e-tendering portal (Procontract)
Click on the Competition Advert link and you can then express an interest in this opportunity by clicking the green button "Log in and register interest in this opportunity".
Once you have expressed an interest, the system will automatically allow you access to the project documentation that will be stored within "My Activities" in your account on the system.
Contracting authority
Devon County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJRC-4623-RJBH
County Hall
Exeter
EX2 4QD
United Kingdom
Contact name: Claire Watkins
Telephone: 01392382981
Email: claire.watkins@devon.gov.uk
Website: https://www.devon.gov.uk
Region: UKK43 - Devon CC
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government