National Collaborative Framework for Adult MH LD & CAMHS Hospital Services

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has completed a procurement process for the National Collaborative Framework for Adult Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, and CAMHS Hospital Services. The contract involves a strategic placement between Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board and St Andrew's Healthcare under Lot 23 as a call-off contract. This contract, which is part of the UK's health services sector, utilised an open procurement method, finalised with a contract value of £337,785.60.

The contract was signed on 3rd May 2025, marking the transition from the tender stage to the active award stage. The project primarily addresses services in the region of UKL, with the procurement conforming to the EU Directive 2014/24/EU. This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in providing comprehensive mental health, learning disability, and CAMHS services.

Companies like St Andrew’s Healthcare, with a significant presence and capability in healthcare service provision, are perfectly suited to such frameworks. The large-scale nature of this contract incentivises businesses with the capacity to deliver high-quality services under audit standards. While the number of submitted bids was limited, the focus on quality over price presents a lucrative opportunity for companies looking to expand their market share within the health services industry, especially those seeking to collaborate with public health entities in Wales.