Speech & Language Therapy (SALT)

The North East & North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) has undergone a procurement process for children's speech and language therapy services. The contract in question, titled "Speech & Language Therapy (SALT)," falls under paediatric services within the healthcare industry. 3 million over seven years, covers the Tees Valley area, including Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Darlington, Stockton, and Hartlepool.

The procurement process, referred to as a Provider Selection Regime (PSR), has awarded the contract to South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, which will sub-contract the North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust to deliver services in the North Tees region. The current contracts end on 31 March 2025, with the official start date of the new agreement yet to be decided. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in paediatric services, to expand their service offerings and collaborate on a significant regional initiative.

Companies with expertise in speech and language therapy, as well as those capable of delivering ancillary services, such as training and administrative support, will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. The strategic collaboration between South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust exemplifies the importance of partnerships in delivering comprehensive healthcare services, providing smaller businesses with the potential to engage in sub-contracting roles and contribute to the project's success.