PSALT - Tier 3 Specialised Service for People with an Opioid Dependency

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, successfully concluded the procurement process for the PSALT - Tier 3 Specialised Service for People with an Opioid Dependency. This service falls under the CPV code 85100000, related to health services, and is geographically focused within the Swansea Bay University Health Board footprint in Wales. The procurement was initiated as a tender and has now progressed to both award and contract stages as of 1st December 2025, with the contract being active since 5th November 2025.

The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, under the Provider Selection Regime in Wales, with a contract term starting from 5th December 2025 to 31st March 2027, lasting 480 days without extensions. This contract presents substantial business opportunities, particularly for SMEs specializing in healthcare services, especially those focusing on addiction treatment or possessing expertise in clinical care for opioid dependency. The contract, awarded to the Kaleidoscope Project, an SME based in Cardiff, underscores the importance of specialised service provision beyond general practice capabilities.

With a contract value of £272,571, this tender is ideal for businesses able to meet the minimum standards and provide equitable access to high-quality, specialized care for individuals dealing with substance use issues. The focus on enhancing outcomes for recipients of substance use services indicates potential for those with innovative solutions to establish a robust foothold in the healthcare service domain within the region.