NHS2018 - Stroke Befriending Service 24-25

The Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for the "NHS2018 - Stroke Befriending Service 24-25" contract. This falls under the community health services industry category and is located in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. The contract was awarded following a direct award process under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR).

The decision was made by the CFT Stroke Improvement Board on 10 July 2024, and the contract has a duration from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025, with a total value of £38,221.04. The procurement method used was limited, specifically an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition as it falls outside the scope of the directive. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in community health services, particularly those specialising in support services for stroke survivors.

The contract was awarded to Volunteer Cornwall, an organisation that has demonstrated its capability in similar services. This presents a lucrative chance for businesses with experience in health and social care services to leverage their expertise and expand their operations in the Cornwall region. Companies well-suited for this opportunity are those that can provide peer and professional support to healthcare recipients, ensuring high standards of service delivery in line with the NHS objectives.