Digital Mental Health Service

The NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board has awarded a contract for Digital Mental Health Services under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), using Direct Award Process C. This contract is valued at approximately £237,000 for its full term, which runs from 1 April 2025 until 31 March 2026. Located in Dorchester, part of the UKK2 region, the contract pertains to the health services industry and aims to support the digital mental health sector.

The procurement method was limited, awarded under the PSR regulations without prior publication of a call for competition, and is now in the contract award stage, officially signed off on 1 April 2025. This opportunity, although now completed, highlights the potential for growth within the digital health services sector, illustrating the importance for companies specialising in digital platforms, IT solutions, or telehealth services to align with public healthcare requirements. Businesses such as those involved in digital mental health solutions or mobile health applications would have been well-suited to compete if the process had allowed more bidders.

The procurement showcased by NHS Dorset also demonstrates a favourable environment for future opportunities following similar direct award procurement methods under the PSR framework, allowing businesses to specialise and focus on quality and innovation to meet healthcare demands effectively.