Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cf4-45b4-70ef-ab23-810373bb3b9c/bereavement-by-suicide-community-support-service pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Bereavement by Suicide Community Support Service [Suffolk County Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/suffolk-county-council) Estimated value Not stated Published 5 Dec 2024 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Market Engagement Virtual Event: 16th December 2024 - 10:30 - 11:30 The Bereavement by Suicide Community Support Service will provide practical, person-centred community support to help individuals navigate the difficult period following a suicide. While the service will not offer direct counselling, it will be essential in signposting individuals to specialised services, such as bereavement counselling, mental health services and financial advice. ### The service will include:  ### Support in dealing with the police  Guidance through the coroner process, including inquest support  ### Assistance with funeral arrangements  Help with informing family members and friends of the death  Financial advice and signposting to appropriate services  ### Emotional support during this challenging time  The Bereavement by Suicide Community Support Service will offer essential, non-counselling support to adults affected by suicide, providing a bridge to specialist services as needed. The service will operate across Suffolk (excluding Waveney) and North East Essex and will be available via multiple access methods, including phone, text, video and face-to-face support. Approximate delivery timescales and costs: ### Contract Value: £91,700 per year (excl. VAT)  Contract Length: 2 years, with an option to extend for an additional 2 years ITT (Invitation to Tender) Planned Publication Date: January 2025  ### Contract Start Date: 1st July 2025  If you would like to attend the virtual market engagement event on 16th December at 10:30 a.m. please email: This request does not constitute a call for competition to procure any services. This procurement and the subsequent contract will fall under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Read full description ## CPV classification Health and social work services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/d3850081-ee81-4b46-a082-f3102941da74) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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