Provision of Out of Hours medical cover for CAMHS and ED inpatient units in BSW

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for the provision of out-of-hours medical cover for CAMHS and ED inpatient units within BSW. The tender is categorised under the health and social work services industry, with specific provision for mental health beds at Marlborough House (CAMHS) in Swindon and Cotswold House in Marlborough. Following a limited procurement method without prior competition, Medvivo Group Limited was awarded the contract on 19th March 2025 for an initial amount of £45,943, with potential for a twelve-month extension until 31st March 2027.

The key procurement stage was the award phase, with the standstill period commencing from the notice publication date of 21st March 2025. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the healthcare services sector, particularly those specialising in the provision of psychiatric and general medical services. Established healthcare providers with a robust service delivery track record and capacity to handle specialised inpatient needs can benefit from participating in similar procurements.

Given the critical nature of out-of-hours medical cover, businesses possessing the necessary expertise and operational resilience will be well-suited to compete, thereby enhancing their market presence and service portfolio in public health service provisions.