Learning Disabilities and Autism Emergency Response Team for Children and young people

The procurement process is being initiated by the Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust for the "Learning Disabilities and Autism Emergency Response Team for Children and Young People" project. This falls under the health services category and is planned to be implemented across the four localities of the Black Country: Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall, and Wolverhampton. The contract is being managed by the Commissioning Managers for Autism and Learning Disabilities, with the Provider Selection Regime as the basis for awarding contracts, following Health Care Services regulations 2023.

Key milestones include the planning stage tag dated 27th April 2026 and an anticipated future notice date of 20th May 2026. This opportunity aims to create business growth specifically for providers capable of delivering intensive support services for children and young people with learning disabilities and/or autism. Businesses with expertise in health services, especially those experienced in crisis management, therapeutic interventions, and collaborative working with local services, are well-suited to compete.

The demand for quick and effective responses to crises and risk management provides a niche for firms specialised in stabilising situations and preventing adverse outcomes. This contract presents a significant opportunity for service providers to expand their footprint in the health services sector within the UK regions specified.