Supporting People Affected by Drug and Alcohol Use in Dumfries and Galloway
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Dumfries and Galloway Council has initiated a public procurement process for the project titled "Supporting People Affected by Drug and Alcohol Use in Dumfries and Galloway," within the General Public Services category. The tender aims to provide comprehensive support services for individuals affected by drug and alcohol use across the UKM92 region, specifically Dumfries and Galloway. Key stages include the tender period ending on 20th January 2025, followed by awards starting promptly.
This open procedure invites electronic submissions and encompasses various services designed to meet specific community needs. This procurement process offers substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in healthcare and social services to expand their portfolio by engaging in high-impact work. Ideal candidates are entities experienced in drug and alcohol rehabilitation, counselling, outreach, and family support services.
Large providers such as "We Are with You" and regional SMEs like "Alcohol and Drugs Support South West Scotland" have successfully secured contracts, demonstrating the feasibility for diverse business sizes to compete and collaborate. Businesses can leverage this opportunity to contribute to significant social causes while achieving business growth.
This opportunity is for Providers to support people affected by drug and alcohol use in Dumfries and Galloway. This service is designed to achieve a number of key targets including;(i) increased numbers accessing drug and alcohol treatment services (ii) quick access to appropriate support and treatment, (iii) relapse prevention support, (iv) reduce drug and/or alcohol related harm and (iv) clear routes into Talking Therapies and specialist treatment services for those who, through screening and follow up, had been identified as requiring such interventions.
The service will be provided for individuals over 18 currently residing in Dumfries and Galloway who have or are recovering from an alcohol and /or drug-related problem and will be delivered from accessible locations throughout Dumfries and Galloway.
A Talking Therapies service, providing counselling, is expected to offer a range of high intensity interventions by professionally trained staff, supported by low intensity interventions delivered by competent staff across our integrated services.
The outreach service will be provided for individuals over the age of 18 currently residing in Dumfries and Galloway who have had a non-fatal overdose or have been identified as a high-risk client. The service will ensure a rapid response to provide the individual with harm reduction advice, referral into treatment or practical support to ensure their wellbeing.
The service will be provided for individuals over the age of 18 currently residing in Dumfries and Galloway who have been or are affected by a loved one's drug or alcohol use.
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