National Collaborative Framework for the provision of services for Adult Mental Health Learning Disability / Child and Adolescent Mental Health Hospitals Call Off 477

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has confirmed the award of a contract under the Provider Selection Regime Wales (PSR Wales) regulations for the National Collaborative Framework on Adult Mental Health and related services. This procurement falls under health and social work services and is focused on locations within the UK, specifically the region of UKL. The procurement stage currently stands at an award update as of 28th July 2025, following the signing of the contract on 25th July 2025.

Notably, this contract award is executed under a framework agreement call off with competition, exempt from the Public Contracts Regulations 2015/Procurement Act 2023, and has a duration of 360 days. This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the health and social work services sector, particularly those specialising in mental health services. The award to Rushcliffe Independent Hospital, a large-scale supplier, indicates an opening for other similar enterprises to engage in future procurement processes with NHS Wales.

Businesses with a focus on providing specialised mental health services for adults, children, and adolescents may find this contract a compelling example of potential growth avenues, especially those positioned to deliver services within framework agreements. Such opportunities can foster partnerships with public health organisations and offer a pathway to expanding operational reach in the health sector.