Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Community Self-harm Reduction support service

The procurement process for the "Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Community Self-harm Reduction support service" has been managed by the NHS Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland Integrated Commissioning Board (LLR ICB). This service falls under the community health services category and aims to provide evidence-based interventions to reduce self-harm. Located at Room G30, Pen Lloyd Building, County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester, the procurement stage has reached the confirmation of the contract award.

The services will be delivered from 1st September 2025 until 31st August 2029, including a possible extension period. The contract was awarded on 29th September 2025 to Harmless CIC and carries a lifetime value of £822,713, exclusive of VAT, under a Provider Selection Regime (PSR). The procurement method employed was a direct award without prior publication, aligned with Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in community health services, particularly those with expertise in psychological interventions and mental health support. Companies like Harmless CIC, which are capable of offering tailored intervention programmes for self-harm, stand to benefit greatly from this contract. The service requirement is highly suited to businesses that can provide comprehensive care solutions, including qualified therapists and holistic health initiatives grounded on national guidelines.

The demand for localised, integrated services aimed at health, hope, and recovery presents a promising growth avenue for SMEs eager to contribute to community wellbeing in the region while leveraging public contracts as a stable source of revenue.