Mental Health Early Intervention Service

The London Borough of Hillingdon has initiated a procurement process for a Mental Health Early Intervention Service under the health and social work services category (CPV 85000000). The tender is in the award stage as of 2025, with Hillingdon Mind being the successful supplier. The contract encompasses a social inclusion programme to support individuals with complex mental health issues within Hillingdon.

It is worth £230,000 annually over a five-year contract, with an optional extension of three years. The procurement method used was an open procedure, reflecting the authority's commitment to transparency in awarding this essential service. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in mental health services, particularly those focused on delivering community-based support networks.

Companies that can offer a holistic, person-centred approach to mental health services stand to benefit greatly from such public contracts. The contract's emphasis on collaboration with the local council and health sectors provides an ideal platform for businesses that leverage interdisciplinary resources to enhance service quality. Suitable businesses would be those that prioritize quality in service delivery while effectively managing operational costs, aligned with the award criteria emphasizing 80% quality and 20% price.