Crisis Cafe

The public procurement process under the "Crisis Cafe" contract involves the Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as the buyer. This process is focused on the health services industry, specifically designed to support community members in crisis within the UKD63 region, centred around Chester. The procurement aims to extend an existing contract to offer consistent service provision through 31st March 2026.

The procurement stage is currently in the award phase, with a contract value of £143,357. The process has utilised a limited procurement method, specifically awarding without prior publication of a call for competition, to ensure continuity of essential mental health support services until a competitive process can be thoroughly conducted by early 2026. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses proficient in health services, particularly those capable of providing continuous, emotionally supportive, and crisis-intervention environments.

Companies that can foster strong relationships with stakeholders and maintain high-quality health service standards will find this contract appealing. Moreover, entities experienced in operating within the public health sector, specifically under newer procurement regulations like the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, would be exceptionally well-suited to compete for such contracts. The opportunity to work closely with NHS Trusts also allows businesses to contribute to enhancing community health, particularly in mental health sectors, which can lead to broader opportunities within the public health service space.