His Majestys Coastguard (HMCG) EAP Support for Cranston Inquiry
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The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has completed a selective call-off tender from a framework agreement for the provision of Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Support related to the Cranston Inquiry. This contract focuses on providing trauma-informed support services for 12 identified witnesses and their dependents. The tender, classified under "Health and social work services" (CPV code: 85000000), covers multiple locations including the United Kingdom and other regions.
The procurement process started and ended with key dates set from 31 January 2025 for the tender period to 3 February 2025 for the contract start date, running through to 2 February 2026. Winning this tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in providing health and social work services, particularly those specialising in trauma support and employee wellbeing. The contract, valued at £25,000, is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs).
PAM Wellbeing Limited, an SME, has been awarded this contract, showcasing the competitive edge SMEs can have in such procurement processes. Businesses adept at providing professional support, training, and critical incident support would be well-suited to similar future opportunities, enhancing their portfolio and market presence within public sector contracts.
MCA has an existing EAP provider through a DfT contract, this covers MCA employees and volunteers. Due to the Cranston Inquiry, MCA require a bespoke prioritised EAP service for up to 12 individuals (employees and ex employees) their partners and dependents above and beyond the core and basic EAP provisions. MCA require access to the following services: a) Training b) Structured Professional Support c) Critical Incident Support The Cranston Inquiry is an independent non statutory inquiry into the tragic events of 24 November 2021, when at least 27 people lost their lives crossing the Channel.
The Cranston Inquiry will report to the Secretary of State for Transport. The MCA has 12 witnesses, identified by the Inquiry who will be required to give oral evidence to the Inquiry. These individuals and their partners and dependents therefore require access to trauma-informed support services to assist them during the Inquiry.
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