Mental Health Treatment Requirements In Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex

The procurement process, led by NHS England, pertains to the provision of Mental Health Treatment Requirements in the counties of Norfolk, Suffolk, and Essex. Classified under the Health and Social Work Services category, the procurement has concluded as of 29th April 2025, with the contract awarded to St Andrew's Healthcare.

The process was conducted under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 Direct Award Process A, employing a limited procurement method without a prior call for competition. This procurement falls outside the standard directive scope, underscoring the unique nature of the healthcare sector's needs.

This tender, valued at approximately £5,008,043.25, represents a significant opportunity for growth within the health services industry, specifically for large-scale healthcare providers capable of fulfilling mental health service requirements. This contract exemplifies the potential in navigating provider selection regulations and leveraging niche healthcare service provision to secure substantial public contracts.