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Published 12 Aug 2022

WA12572 - Avon and Somerset Sexual Assault and Abuse Therapies Service

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit · South East

Key facts

Estimated value
£3,944,598
Closing date
23 Sep 2022
Contract starts
31 Mar 2023
Contract ends
31 Mar 2029
Procedure
Open procedure (above threshold)
Buyer type
Health

Description

NHS England South West seeks a Provider with the capability and capacity to deliver a Sexual Assault and Abuse Therapies Service in Avon & Somerset.

The Avon and Somerset Sexual Assault and Abuse Therapies Service will be required to focus on service provision for people resident in Avon and Somerset. Due to the nature of funding, the service will operate across Avon and Somerset, but some specific activity will be required and monitored in 'Bristol' and 'Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire'.

Future provision should include significant innovation in the way services are delivered, broadening the 'menu' of interventions. It should focus on increasing collaboration, striving for equity across the geography and an integrated pathway. Within the broader pathway, this service will provide (or enable access to): • A range of evidence-based, trauma-informed therapeutic interventions for adults and children of all genders who have experienced sexual violence and abuse • A range of interventions to respond to diverse needs and presentations, including complex trauma. This should include a 'helpline' and may also include for example befriending, peer support, psycho-education, brief interventions, creative therapies, counselling, EMDR. • Services within a range of dedicated premises and via remote platforms (by telephone or online), according to service user preference • Individual and group provision • Integrated referral, assessment, waiting list and case management systems • Good endings and prevent dependencies on therapy services • Clear escalation processes and referral routes through relevant pathways, including mental and physical health, criminal justice and domestic abuse • Provision which responds to the needs of people with protected characteristics, is culturally competent and offers reasonable adjustments where indicated

The new contract is due to commence on 1st April 2023. This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners.

Interested providers will be able to view this notice via the 'Live Opportunities' list on the e-procurement system, Atamis, available on the following link: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

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