2025-27 REST Stop Service - NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (Kirklees Health and Care Partnership)

The NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board, located at White Rose House, Wakefield, is overseeing the procurement of the 2025-27 REST Stop Service. This service involves the provision of a residential 'Crisis House' for adults experiencing a mental health crisis in Kirklees. The contract, valued at £880,000, spans from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2027.

This procurement falls under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and does not apply to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. A decision-making report, agreed upon by the Kirklees Health and Care Partnership Senior Leadership Team on 9th December 2024, confirmed the direct award of this contract using the Direct Award Process C. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the health services sector, especially those specialising in mental health care.

The contract's emphasis on continuous care and crisis support opens the door for providers who can offer specialised residential services. The tender is particularly suited to established providers with a track record of delivering similar services to high standards, as the existing provider has demonstrated satisfactory performance under the current contract. Businesses looking to expand their footprint in the mental health services sector will find this contract advantageous for long-term growth.