Employee Counselling Services

Sunderland City Council has completed a public procurement process for "Employee Counselling Services", seeking an independent contractor to provide these services to its employees. The procurement process operated under an open method, specifically tailored as a below-threshold open competition with a focus on the services category. Sunderland, UK, specifically the UKC23 region, serves as the location for this contracting process.

The tender's award stage was reached with the contract awarded to SUNDERLAND COUNSELLING SERVICE, valued at £450,000, with the contract period commencing on 3rd November 2025 and spanning until 2nd November 2028. This tender falls under the light-touch regime of the UK's public procurement regulations. As the procurement process is now complete, businesses specialising in counselling services had the opportunity to participate in an open competition tailored toward SMEs and VCSEs.

Such contracts can enhance business growth by establishing substantial contracts with local government bodies, providing a platform for businesses to showcase their capabilities in delivering quality, confidential counselling services. Businesses well-suited for similar tenders include those experienced in providing health and social care services, with the capacity to maintain confidentiality and cater to large organisations. The award criteria focused on price, quality, and social value, emphasising a holistic approach to service delivery.