Contract for the Provision of Speech and Language Therapy Services
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Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust has announced the award of a short-term contract for the provision of Speech and Language Therapy Services, targeting children in mainstream and special schools in East Sussex. This contract, awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, aims to ensure continuity of care for vulnerable children amidst ongoing recruitment efforts. The procurement stage is complete, and the notice was last updated on 10th April 2025.
The procurement method was a direct award to the incumbent provider due to clinical urgency and continuity requirements. This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in community health services, particularly those with expertise in delivering therapeutic services to children. The nature of the requirement—focusing on continuity and stability—favours organisations with robust operational capabilities and experience in similar settings.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in health services may find this contract particularly beneficial for growth, considering the potential for future extension until the end of Term 1 2025/26.
Speech and Language Therapy for children in mainstream and special schools in East Sussex. Under the PSR Direct Award C "incumbent provider" this is necessary to direct award a short term contract to ensure continuity of care and provision to vulnerable children whilst substantive recruitment continues.
Speech and Language Therapy for children in mainstream and special schools in East Sussex. Under the PSR Direct Award C "incumbent provider" this is necessary to direct award a short term contract to ensure continuity of care and provision to vulnerable children whilst substantive recruitment continues.
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