Adult ADHD assessments and treatment across NES (Oldham, Bury and Rochdale)

The NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board has completed a procurement process for the assessment and treatment of adults with ADHD across Oldham, Bury, and Rochdale. The contract, classified under the industry category of Psychiatrist or psychologist services (CPV code 85121270), involves a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. The awarded contract, running from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026, is valued at £1,146,000 and addresses the urgent need for neurodevelopmental assessments and ongoing medication reviews to ensure continuity of care for patients.

This procurement utilised Regulation 14 of the Provider Selection Regime and falls outside the scope of the standard procurement regulations. This tender presents significant opportunities for healthcare providers specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly those experienced in ADHD treatment. Optimise Healthcare Group, a large business based in Warrington, has been awarded the contract, underlining the potential for other similar entities to engage in future opportunities in this sector.

Businesses with expertise in medical assessments, medication management, and patient care continuity would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts, allowing them to expand their services and client base within the UK’s healthcare industry.