Crisis Sanctuary - (cafe) - Mind - C327517

The NHS North Central London Integrated Care Board has awarded a contract titled "Crisis Sanctuary - (café) - Mind - C327517" for psychiatrist or psychologist services, specifically for an out-of-hours and wellbeing support and resilience service (crisis café) for mental health in the Sanctuary Barnet area. The contract, awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, was granted on 8 January 2025 with no option to extend. The contract term is from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026, with a lifetime value of £153,918, covering services in the London Boroughs of Barnet and Enfield.

This procurement follows the process of a direct award procedure, without prior publication of a call for competition. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mental health services, particularly for those already experienced in providing high-quality, innovative, and value-for-money healthcare solutions. Enterprises with capabilities in integration, collaboration, and improving access to mental health services while addressing health inequalities are well-suited to compete.

The existing provider, Mind in Enfield and Barnet, has demonstrated performance in meeting the contractual key performance indicators, making it a competitive area for providers aiming to enhance social value and collaborate within the local healthcare system.