Alternatives to Admission Community Assertive Outreach Service for Children and Young People in Mental Health Crisis

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has completed a procurement process for an assertive outreach service targeting children and young people experiencing mental health crises. The awarded contract, titled "Alternatives to Admission Community Assertive Outreach Service for Children and Young People in Mental Health Crisis," falls under the health industry category and focuses on the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board area in Wales. This procurement process, concluded with an award on 1st April 2025, utilised an open procedure and has a total contract value of £286,000.

The project is aimed at providing an alternative to A&E and hospital admissions for the target group. This tender provides a significant opportunity for large-scale enterprises specialising in mental health services to engage in a meaningful project with the potential for substantial community impact. Companies experienced in delivering mental health support, particularly those with expertise in outreach services, will find this contract aligns well with their capabilities.

Furthermore, the nature of the service promotes innovative approaches to mental health crisis management, encouraging growth and development within the sector. With a 60% emphasis on technical quality and 40% on price, businesses focusing on high-quality, specialised mental health interventions will be well-suited to compete for such contracts in future opportunities.