Children & Young Peoples Substance Misuse

Concepts

• harrow
• health services
• young substance misuse
• substance misuse
• substance misuse issues
• substance misuse services
• young people
• children
• young peoples substance misuse
• young

Location

Harrow

Description

The London Borough of Harrow is intending to award a contract to Compass (existing provider) for the provision of children and young people substance misuse services following Direct Award Process C of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR).

Total Quantity or Scope

The London Borough of Harrow is intending to award a contract COMPASS for children and young substance misuse following Direct Award Process C in accordance with the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) The total contract value over the 3 years is £1,011,513 and the contract will commence on the 1st April 2025 and expire on the 31st March 2028 The service delivered by COMPASS for children and young people (CYP) includes: a comprehensive range of services for children and young people up to the age of 24 who are dealing with substance misuse issues. The support includes confidential 1:1 sessions at a location and time that is safe and convenient for clients. Compass provide specialist advice, guidance, and information on substance misuse, including support for those affected by someone else’s misuse (hidden harm). Additionally, Compass offer advice on reducing the risks associated with substance misuse. Their targeted and specialist interventions cater to ages 5-24, focusing on those affected by their own or another’s substance misuse (Tiers 2 and 3). They also provide Tier 1 services, which include training and advocacy in schools, colleges, youth clubs, and other venues. For those needing brief educational interventions, they offer non-structured interventions focusing on education and signposting. For more intensive support, Compass work closely with the adult provider, to refer clients on for Tier 4 specialist interventions.

Award Detail

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 85100000 - Health services
• 85141000 - Services provided by medical personnel

Indicators

• Award on basis of price.

Legal Justification

The London Borough of Harrow is intending to award a contract to the incumbent provider in accordance with Direct Award Process C of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR)

Other Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by 17th December 2024. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR The decision for this award was made by cabinet members on the 14th November 2024 The Key Criteria used to assess the incumbent provider was the following as these were deemed to be most important. -Quality & Innovation -Value -Integration, Collaboration, and Service Sustainability -Improving access, reducing health inequalities and facilitating choice - Social Value The incumbent provider met all of the requirements against the criteria above, Compass have demonstrated they will be able to continue to deliver the service with high quality care, they demonstrated strong outcomes in treating young people with substance misuse issues, evidenced by their successful discharge rates and extensive outreach. Compass is well-prepared to continue delivering its core deliverables and have shown adaptability in responding to emerging needs. Compass have demonstrated robust ability to meet the required performance standards for inclusivity and accessibility, their proactive engagement, awareness of diverse needs, and comprehensive service delivery make them well-positioned to continue meeting these criteria effectively. The provider’s focus on early intervention, family support, and community education aligns with a long-term cost-saving approach, as preventing substance misuse and addressing it early can reduce the need for more expensive services later. Compass take an integrated and collaborative approach to their work across the system which supports ensuring that service users and communities achieve good outcomes and experiences. Any representations must be made to the Head of Procurement at the London Borough of Harrow in writing to the Head of Procurement, Forward Drive, Harrow, HA3 8FL or via email to lisa.taylor@harrow.gov.uk Declarations and Conflicts of interest were assessed and none were identified