Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Barts Health NHS Trust has initiated a procurement process titled "Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)" to provide outsourced Employee Wellbeing Services, classified under Psychiatrist or psychologist services (CPV: 85121270). The procurement falls under the "services" category and is to be delivered in the region of UKI42, specifically London. This contract, valued at approximately £210,000, is in the award stage and was announced as a direct award to the existing provider, CNLR Horizons Limited.

The process follows a limited procurement method, with procedures undertaken as a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) without prior publication of a call for competition, adhering to the Health Care Services Regulations 2023. Key deadlines include a standstill period beginning on the day following this notice's publication, with provider representations required by 9 January 2026. The contract is intended to commence on 1 February 2026, potentially extending for an additional 12 months beyond the initial two-year term.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in employee wellbeing services, particularly those with expertise in psychological services. As the contract is awarded under PSR, companies focusing on integration, collaboration, and improving access are strongly positioned to contribute to Barts Health NHS Trust's mission to enhance staff wellbeing. Businesses that can demonstrate quality, innovation, and social value while also addressing health inequalities will find this opportunity aligned with their growth strategies.

The contract could appeal primarily to SMEs with experience in similar service provisions, especially considering the procurement's emphasis on long-term service sustainability and economic value.