Psychological Assessment Service for RRM Patients - Market Engagement

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Psychological Assessment Service for RRM Patients - Market Engagement". This procurement falls under the health sector, specifically psychiatrist or psychologist services, and is intended to serve patients attending the Trust’s Breast Unit in Birmingham (region UKG3). The main objective is to conduct a market engagement to identify suppliers capable of providing psychological assessment services that are necessary for patients to proceed with surgery under NICE guidelines.

Interested suppliers must express their interest and complete a questionnaire by 12:00 on Friday, 28th February 2025. The procurement process is conducted under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 rather than the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, with an estimated contract value of £13,000. The future notice date for further procurement actions is set for 1st April 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in psychological or psychiatric services, particularly those with experience in providing assessments for surgical patients. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and established healthcare providers can benefit from engaging with University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, as the contract could lead to a stable source of work and the potential for future collaborations. Companies interested should be prepared to demonstrate their capability and compliance with NICE guidelines through a detailed market engagement process, enhancing their chances of securing this valuable opportunity.