Support services for Children and Young People (CYP) who have been accepted for an Autism and/or ADHD assessment and post diagnostic support for those given a diagnosis of Autism and/or ADHD
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The NHS Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board is overseeing a public procurement process under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) for support services dedicated to children and young people (CYP) accepted for Autism and/or ADHD assessment, including post-diagnostic support. The process is designed to identify providers for a series of three-year contracts, extendable by two further years, with a total procurement budget for the services set at £5,000,000. The procurement applies to two locations: Suffolk with an annual budget of £650,000, and North East Essex with £350,000 per annum.
The contracts fall under the health services industry category (CPV code 85100000). The most recent update, dated 14th November 2025, reflects adjustments to contractor details, including changes in awarded suppliers due to unforeseen circumstances. These tenders present significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand or establish their presence in healthcare service provision.
They are particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in managing complex needs and providing targeted support services. The competitive bidding process and capped lot budgets ensure that even smaller businesses can compete effectively. Given the extended contract period and potential for further service expansions, successful bidders could achieve steady growth and long-term engagement with the NHS, enhancing their reputation and expertise in health services delivery for autism and ADHD support.
The NHS Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board are issuing this tender in connection with the competitive procurement of support services for Children and Young People (CYP) who have been accepted for an Autism and/or ADHD assessment and post diagnostic support for those given a diagnosis of Autism and/or ADHD. The Commissioners are looking to establish contract(s) for a period of three (3) years plus the option to extend for a further two (2) years. Bidders were invited to bid up to PS150,000 per lot per annum
To deliver targeted, outcome focused, needs led support services for CYP who have been accepted for an Autism and/or ADHD assessment. The support should be offered during the wait for the assessment and if a diagnosis is given the support should continue post diagnosis. There is a maximum annual budget of PS650,000 for Suffolk and providers can bid for a maximum of PS150,000 per annum. There is a maximum annual budget of PS350,000 for North East Essex and providers can bid for a maximum of PS150,000 per annum. This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Contract Notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Procurement Act Regulations 2023 do not apply to this award. This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by midnight on 5th November 2025. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award a contract under the competitive process of the PSR. You should provide an address procurement@snee.nhs.uk where written representations should be sent. Decision to award was approved by SNEE Executive Committee on 15/09/2025. No conflicts of interest were declared.
To deliver targeted, outcome focused, needs led support services for CYP who have been accepted for an Autism and/or ADHD assessment. The support should be offered during the wait for the assessment and if a diagnosis is given the support should continue post diagnosis. There is a maximum annual budget of PS350,000 for this lot and providers can bid for a maximum of PS150,000 per annum. This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Contract Notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Procurement Act Regulations 2023 do not apply to this award. Additional information: The Authority may wish to introduce additional services during the lifetime of the contract ("Contract modifications"). Such contract modifications will be contemplated where additional requirements are similar and or complementary to the services already included in the Specification, at any given time. Such expansion would be by the addition of services commissioned by the Authority as named in the Contract Notice. To this end, the Bidder should be aware that after the award of contract, there is a possibility that the successful Bidder may be offered a variation to the contract in accordance with the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023
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