MH Acute Inpatient Services. PSR Direct Process C

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is in the process of awarding a contract for Adult Acute Inpatient Services in Mental Health, classified under the health services category. This procurement falls under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and not the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The procurement is being handled through a limited procedure without prior publication of a call for competition.

The standstill period for representations is set until 24 March 2025, and the contract is intended to commence on 1 April 2025 with a duration of two years, possibly extending for an additional year, amounting to a potential value of £34,500,000. The awarded service provider is Cygnet Health Care Limited, located near Sevenoaks, Kent. This tender offers a substantial opportunity for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in adult acute inpatient and psychiatric services.

Cygnet Health Care Limited has been selected due to its established performance and compliance with quality standards and key performance indicators over the past five years. Businesses with strong capabilities in delivering innovative and integrated health services can leverage this opportunity for growth and collaboration. Firms poised to enhance access, reduce health inequalities, and offer high social value would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders, promoting sustained business expansion and competitive positioning in the healthcare market.