HCC - 04/24 - Pre-Procurement Market Engagement for the Provision of a Community Counselling Service for Children and Young People aged 5-18

Hertfordshire County Council (the "Council") is carrying out Pre - Procurement Market Engagement ("PPME") in relation to the provision of a Children and Young People’s Community Counselling Service for Children and Young People aged 5-18.It is nationally recognised that by identifying and providing support to Children and Young People (CYP) as soon as difficulties emerge, outcomes are significantly improved. We know that effective ‘Early Help’ support can improve outcomes and life chances during childhood and adolescence. Further, it has been shown that intervening at the earliest point of emerging problems and delivering effective, evidence-based support and provision can tackle the social determinants of health and address ‘adverse childhood experiences’ (ACEs). This can be key to supporting improved socioeconomic and health equality and can support improved, sustainable generational outcomes. Please refer to PPME Document for full details