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NHS Sussex ICB - Mental Health Support Services - Brighton and Hove / West Sussex

Brighton and Hove
Published 23 Oct, 2025
Contract Value
£48,741,637
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Overview

Summary, notice description and lot information

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board, in collaboration with Brighton and Hove City Council, has concluded a competitive process under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 for mental health support services covering two geographic lots: Brighton and Hove, and West Sussex. Following this process, the contracts have been awarded with services commencing on 1st October 2025 for Brighton and Hove and 1st December 2025 for West Sussex, each for a duration of five years, with an optional extension of up to 24 months. The total estimated value of these contracts, if fully extended, is £48,741,637.

These contracts aim to enhance mental health and well-being within the associated communities by providing comprehensive support and preventative services. The contracts announcement has been made, and the standstill period ends on 9th June 2025, for any representations to be filed via the Atamis e-tendering portal. The procurement process was executed using an open procedure, ensuring transparency and adherence to the governing regulations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for providers with expertise in health and social care services. The successful bidders, Southdown Housing Association and BHT Sussex, are expected to deliver integrated services, which will augment existing healthcare pathways and facilitate the attainment of national mental health objectives. Businesses with a strong background in health services, particularly those experienced in community mental health, early intervention, and social care, are well-positioned to meet the tender requirements.

Innovation, service integration, and sustainable practices were emphasised in the procurement, offering a landscape where motivated enterprises can showcase their capabilities in enhancing public well-being and contributing to broader community healthcare goals.

Notice Description

Mental Health Support Services - Brighton and Hove / West Sussex. Lot a) Brighton and Hove Lot b) West Sussex. Intention to Award This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Intention to Award Notice, which follows the conclusion of a Competitive Process, subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.

The aim of which is to appoint providers to deliver Mental Health Support Services for both Lot a) Brighton and Hove and Lot b) West Sussex on behalf of the Commissioners: NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Brighton and Hove City Council (in relation to Lot a). Services are due to commence on 1st October 2025 for a period of 5 years with an optional extension period of up to a further 24 months (5+2). The total value of these contracts (including extension periods) is PS48,741,637.00 in total across both lots.

The award of these contracts is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the commencement of the standstill period.

Any representations in relation to this notice must be made to decisions makers by midnight on 9th June 2025 via the Atamis e-tendering portal: atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome, project reference C316974. These contracts (one in relation to Lot a and one in relation to Lot b) have not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an Intention to Award Notice under PSR 2023, to inform the market of the intention to award a contract, as a result of a Competitive Process. The successful bidders achieved the highest compliant bid score in relation to the set criteria.

Lot Information4 Lots
1Brighton and Hove
Planned

Brighton and Hove provision

2West Sussex
Planned

West Sussex provision

3Brighton and Hove
Cancelled

Mental Health Support Services - Brighton and Hove / West Sussex Lot a) Brighton and Hove Lot b) West Sussex. Intention to Award This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Intention to Award Notice, which follows the conclusion of a Competitive Process, subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The aim of which is to appoint providers to deliver Mental Health Support Services for both Lot a) Brighton and Hove and Lot b) West Sussex on behalf of the Commissioners: NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Brighton and Hove City Council (in relation to Lot a). Services are due to commence on 1st October 2025 for a period of 5 years with an optional extension period of up to a further 24 months (5+2). The total value of these contracts (including extension periods) is PS48,741,637.00 in total across both lots. Mental Health Support Services are existing services that have been redesigned from 1st October 2025 to transform delivery, in a way that maximises the outcomes secured for the investment and drives integrated delivery across pathways of care. The successful bidders for Lot a) Brighton and Hove and Lot b) West Sussex are existing providers, Lot a) as an existing lead provider and Lot b) as an individual contract holder for aspects of the existing services, in this new contract they will fulfil the role of lead provider across all Lot b) services. The award of these contracts is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the commencement of the standstill period. Any representations in relation to this notice must be made to decisions makers by midnight on 9th June 2025 via the Atamis e-tendering portal: https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome, project reference C316974. These contracts (one in relation to Lot a and one in relation to Lot b) have not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an Intention to Award Notice under PSR 2023, to inform the market of the intention to award a contract, as a result of a Competitive Process. The aim of the Mental Health Support Services (MHSS) is to improve the mental health and wellbeing of the adult population in Brighton and Hove and West Sussex. Mental Health Support Services will provide support to promote well-being, prevent mental ill health by intervening early and offer opportunities to pursue meaningful activities and avoid social isolation. They will also complement other services, provided by the NHS and local authorities, General Practice (GP) and Voluntary & Community Sector Enterprise (VCSE) to deliver holistic care as part of a pathway approach. MHSS have a key role in supporting delivery of national targets for mental health including reducing reliance on acute and crisis pathways and expanding access to community-based support. MHSS includes four key areas: * Community Development, prevention and promotion * Advice Information and Guidance * Getting Support * Provider responsibilities (governance, data reporting, system leadership, lived experience advisory group). Commissioners (NHS Sussex and Brighton and Hove City Council) along with partners in West Sussex County Council will work collaboratively with the successful bidders to develop locally defined outcomes and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure they are achievable and in line with the proposed service model. The service will contribute to national outcomes and KPIs for the following: * Increasing access to community mental health services * Improving physical health care for people with severe mental illness (SMI) * Individual Placement and Support (IPS) The KPIs will be monitored regularly and reviewed annually, to ensure the thresholds for the satisfactory standards of service provision have been set correctly.

4West Sussex
Cancelled

Mental Health Support Services - Brighton and Hove / West Sussex Lot a) Brighton and Hove Lot b) West Sussex. Intention to Award This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Intention to Award Notice, which follows the conclusion of a Competitive Process, subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The aim of which is to appoint providers to deliver Mental Health Support Services for both Lot a) Brighton and Hove and Lot b) West Sussex on behalf of the Commissioners: NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Brighton and Hove City Council (in relation to Lot a). Services are due to commence on 1st October 2025 for a period of 5 years with an optional extension period of up to a further 24 months (5+2). The total value of these contracts (including extension periods) is PS48,741,637.00 in total across both lots. Mental Health Support Services are existing services that have been redesigned from 1st October 2025 to transform delivery, in a way that maximises the outcomes secured for the investment and drives integrated delivery across pathways of care. The successful bidders for Lot a) Brighton and Hove and Lot b) West Sussex are existing providers, Lot a) as an existing lead provider and Lot b) as an individual contract holder for aspects of the existing services, in this new contract they will fulfil the role of lead provider across all Lot b) services. The award of these contracts is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the commencement of the standstill period. Any representations in relation to this notice must be made to decisions makers by midnight on 9th June 2025 via the Atamis e-tendering portal: https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome, project reference C316974. These contracts (one in relation to Lot a and one in relation to Lot b) have not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an Intention to Award Notice under PSR 2023, to inform the market of the intention to award a contract, as a result of a Competitive Process. The aim of the Mental Health Support Services (MHSS) is to improve the mental health and wellbeing of the adult population in Brighton and Hove and West Sussex. Mental Health Support Services will provide support to promote well-being, prevent mental ill health by intervening early and offer opportunities to pursue meaningful activities and avoid social isolation. They will also complement other services, provided by the NHS and local authorities, General Practice (GP) and Voluntary & Community Sector Enterprise (VCSE) to deliver holistic care as part of a pathway approach. MHSS have a key role in supporting delivery of national targets for mental health including reducing reliance on acute and crisis pathways and expanding access to community-based support. MHSS includes four key areas: * Community Development, prevention and promotion * Advice Information and Guidance * Getting Support * Provider responsibilities (governance, data reporting, system leadership, lived experience advisory group). Commissioners (NHS Sussex and Brighton and Hove City Council) along with partners in West Sussex County Council will work collaboratively with the successful bidders to develop locally defined outcomes and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure they are achievable and in line with the proposed service model. The service will contribute to national outcomes and KPIs for the following: * Increasing access to community mental health services * Improving physical health care for people with severe mental illness (SMI) * Individual Placement and Support (IPS) The KPIs will be monitored regularly and reviewed annually, to ensure the thresholds for the satisfactory standards of service provision have been set correctly.

Procurement Classification

Notice type, method, and CPV codes

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047b74
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Awardee Scale
Large
Current Stage
Award

Contract Values

Financial information and value estimates

Tender Value
£48,741,637
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,741,637

Contract duration information not available.

Key Dates

Publication, submission, and award timeline

Tender

15 Nov 2024 at 09:12

Tender Notice

Notice Status

Current status of tender, lots, awards, and contracts

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled, Planned
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority

Buyer organisation and contact details

NSI
NHS SUSSEX INTEGRATED CARE BOARD (ICB)
Services
Contact Name
Sarah Rix, Sarah Rix - Deputy Head of Procurement, Sussex
LEWES, EAST SUSSEX
BN7 2FZ
South East
England
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex

Awarded Supplier

Supplier who was awarded this contract

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Not specifiedAwarded
Large
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Number of Suppliers
2
Awards Value
Not specified

Documents & Links

External resources and data downloads

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)
OCDS RecordID: ocds-h6vhtk-047b74

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