Community Counselling - Opportunity for Third Sector - PROC.90.0029

The Birmingham & Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust, in collaboration with the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, has initiated an open procurement process under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) for Community Counselling services, designated as PROC.90.0029. This tender serves multiple areas within Birmingham and Solihull, divided into six lots: Central, North, East, South, West, and Solihull. The procurement targets the counselling services industry and is active as of 29th September 2025.

Interested providers should make their submissions via the Atamis portal by 3rd November 2025. Evaluation of proposals will focus on a "Cost per £ Benefit" formula. The service contract is set to commence on 1st April 2026, with an initial term of two years and an option to extend to 2029, contingent on funding.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for third sector and charity organisations specialising in mental health and counselling services, particularly those capable of forming partnerships to manage services across multiple localities. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are especially encouraged to apply, fostering potential growth through collaboration and contribution to the public health sector. Successful bidders will benefit from considerable financial allocations across the different lots, with an overall tender value of £718,317 GBP, promoting community welfare and service efficiency across the region.

The procurement's open procedure invites fair competition, potentially enhancing the bidders' regional presence and influence.