Support for families of children and young people awaiting assessment for neurodevelopmental condition

The NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Support for families of children and young people awaiting assessment for neurodevelopmental condition." The procurement falls under the paediatric services category and is focused on providing support services within the community in Great Yarmouth and Waveney. Approved on 1st April 2025, the contract was awarded directly to Family Action Norfolk, as they were identified as the sole provider capable of meeting the specified service requirements under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.

This direct award covers a three-year period from April 2025 to March 2028, with a possible extension of two additional years, bringing the total contract value to £975,946.75. This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in community healthcare services, especially those specialising in neurodevelopmental support for families. Given the exclusive nature of the award to Family Action Norfolk, businesses with the capability to offer similar specialised services in large geographic or demographic settings could find potential insights or gaps in providing complementary or similar services.

Companies considering expanding their service offerings in partnership with schools and healthcare providers during the interpretation phase of assessments can also align with similar contracts in the future. The contract's focus on strengthening community ties and developing young adults’ transition services could be particularly appealing for businesses in the education and healthcare sectors looking to leverage partnerships and innovative programme solutions.