Specialised Mental Haalth

The Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust has led a completed procurement process titled "Specialised Mental Health" under the health services industry category. The procurement concerns Specialised Mental Health Services focusing on both children and young people in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The procurement process followed the Provider Selection Regime - Direct Award Process A and catered specifically to existing providers in the area.

The head contract period extends from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2026 while performance metrics are to be reported throughout the year to ensure quality and adherence to standard specifications. This tender opens significant avenues for businesses involved in health services within the specified region. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the health services sphere are particularly well-positioned to benefit.

The lead provider for this contract is Cygnet Healthcare Limited, indicating opportunities for collaboration and subcontracting, enhancing service delivery and enabling innovative health solutions in specialised mental health services. The direct award method ensures that the contract is awarded to the most capable and established providers, fostering stability and continuity in service provision within the region.