Sexual Health Promotion - AWARD

The sexual health promotion service will be expected to engage with all the groups at increased vulnerability to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and the other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) by providing advice, counselling, information and the opportunity to access prompt HIV and STI testing, repeat testing and referrals for treatment and care.

Under this procurement, the contractor will be required to actively participate and support the achievement of social benefits to the Sandwell community providing value for money on a whole life basis in terms of generating benefits to society and the economy whilst minimising the impact to the environment of Sandwell (Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012).

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council wish to appoint a sole provider with a contract duration of 2 years (1 April 2016 to 31 March 2018).

The maximum budget available for this is £100,000 pa (excluding VAT). Please note that completed tenders must be submitted using the In-Tend Supplier Portal by no later than 13:00 hours on the 03 February 2016.

To Express an Interest in this opportunity and to be able to access the tender documents please visit http://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc; the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal and from the homepage click on 'Register' to complete the simple registration process. Note: In the Business Classifications tab please choose the 151510 - Healthcare - Public Health.

Once logged into the system, click on 'Tenders' from the top menu bar to list all the current opportunities. Once you have found the provision of Stop Smoking Services opportunity you should click on 'View Details'. You will then have access to the 'Express Interest' button at the bottom of the screen which will provide you with immediate access to the procurement documents and related documents.

If you require any further help in respect of the Supplier Portal please contact the In-tend Support Team on 0844 272 8810.