2025-27 Mental Health Support for Refugees and Asylum Seekers in West Yorkshire

The NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board is overseeing a public procurement process for the provision of specialist mental health support services to refugees and asylum seekers in West Yorkshire for the years 2025-2027. This initiative, aimed at assisting individuals who have experienced trauma and violence, falls under the Health services industry category (CPV code 85100000). The contract, worth £534,492, covers the regions of Calderdale, Kirklees, Leeds, and Wakefield.

The procurement stage is currently at the contract award phase with final approval and formal awarding completed by 12 January 2025. Important decisions regarding this process were made by various internal and external bodies including the Directorate and Executive Management Team. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those with expertise in mental health support for vulnerable populations, to expand their portfolio and reputation.

Companies with a strong track record in delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care would be well-suited to participate. Additionally, the procurement process, conducted without prior publication of a call for competition, indicates an emphasis on selecting qualified and experienced providers, highlighting the potential for businesses that have previously demonstrated their capabilities in similar service provisions.