North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust Out of Area Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Placement Reference Number LD/RB23

The North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust has concluded a contracting process under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023 for outsourced psychiatric care services. This specific award, identified as LD/RB23, pertains to the provision of out-of-area Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) placements by Cygnet Hospital Sherwood, located in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. The current phase of this procurement is the awarding phase, finalised on the 17th of November 2025, by the Associate Director of Acute Services and Urgent Care.

The award, with a total value of £28,420.00, is intended for specialised inpatient care over a nominal period of four weeks, though the actual duration may vary, starting from 17th November 2025. This service falls under the CPV code 85111500, categorising it within the services industry, with the procurement method being a direct award without prior publication due to the specificity and urgency of the care required. This contract presents significant opportunities for healthcare providers specialising in psychiatric services, particularly those with capabilities to supply high-acuity mental health care.

Providers capable of offering flexibility in patient care management and those experienced in dealing with urgent care needs would find this type of contracting process advantageous, given the nature of the direct award mechanism used. Additionally, this tender showcases an opportunity for businesses to establish a foothold within the NHS service provider network through strategic alliances and consistent service delivery quality, as evidenced by continued arrangements and repeat spot purchasing agreements previously enjoyed between the Trust and selected providers.