Acute mental health in-patient beds

The procurement process for the contract titled "Acute mental health in-patient beds" was conducted by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. This contract is under the Health Care Services category and focuses on providing acute mental health in-patient beds within Hampshire borders. The procurement utilised a direct award procedure without prior publication, in accordance with the Health Care Services (Provider Selection regime) Regulations 2023.

The contract, awarded to Priory, has a maximum value of £1,607,500 and is active from 1st January 2025 to 30th June 2025. The location for delivery is Hampshire, specifically within the region UKJ32, with the contract having been signed on 6th February 2025. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in psychiatric hospital services, particularly those able to provide in-patient facilities within Hampshire.

Companies in the healthcare services sector, especially those with the capacity to meet specific geographic and access requirements for both patients and staff, would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts. The direct award approach signifies the importance of established relationships and proven service delivery capabilities in this domain.