Specialist Support Service for People Bereaved by Suicide

What this is

Kent County Council seeks a Specialist Bereavement Support Service provider for people affected by suicide across Kent and Medway. The service will deliver trauma-informed emotional and practical support through face-to-face, telephone and virtual channels to family members, friends, colleagues, witnesses and professionals. The contract is for three years from April 2027 with optional two-year extensions.

Key points

• This is a market engagement document, not a formal tender; formal procurement details to follow.
• Service must be trauma-informed and accessible across Kent and Medway countywide.
• Delivery required through multiple channels: face-to-face, telephone and virtual support.
• Contract commences 1 April 2027 for three years with optional two-year extensions.
• Estimated value GBP 650,000; CPV code 85323000 (Community health services).
• Provider must work closely with health, community and voluntary sector partners.

Contract period

Initial period of three years commencing 1 April 2027, with option to extend for up to two further years (total potential five years).

Classification

CPV 85323000 — Community health services 85100000 — Health services South EastKentMedway