PLACE 2 BE - COUNSELLING IN SCHOOLS

Dundee City Council has completed the procurement process for providing counselling services in schools, specifically within the Children's and Families Service and social care sectors. This tender, titled "PLACE 2 BE - COUNSELLING IN SCHOOLS," falls under the "Services" industry category and targets the Dundee region, specifically UKM71. The procurement was conducted through a limited method, without prior publication of a call for competition.

The contract is set at a value of £66,342 GBP and the specialist service is intended to continue as a rolling contract, having been previously awarded. The contract was signed on 1st July 2024, marking the award stage of the process. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in education and mental health services, particularly those offering counselling.

With the award of the contract to Place2Be, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in London, it demonstrates the potential for SMEs to successfully engage with public procurement, even in specialised service areas. Companies that focus on innovative approaches in educational support and mental health care services will find opportunities to leverage similar contracts for business expansion, particularly in regions committed to improving school-based mental health services.