Contract for the Provision of Bereavement Support

Hertfordshire County Council has awarded a contract titled "Contract for the Provision of Bereavement Support" under a Provider Selection Regime (PSR), a procurement method without a prior call for competition. This contract, valued at £129,710, is classified under community health services and focuses on supporting individuals through bereavement at any age. The contract, which commenced on 4th August 2025, will run until 31st March 2028, with an option to extend up to two years until 31st March 2030.

Located in Hertford, UKH23 region, the process follows the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, exempt from the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This procurement represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in health and support services, particularly those with a focus on community and mental health support. Given the contract's duration and optional extension, companies with capabilities in providing long-term, sustainable support services could benefit significantly.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in similar service provisions or looking to diversify into bereavement support services could find this contract a conduit for growth within the Hertfordshire area.