Sussex Staying Well Services

The Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, in collaboration with NHS Sussex, is in the planning stages of commissioning the "Sussex Staying Well Services" focusing on community mental health crisis support. The procurement targets the services sector, specifically psychiatric and psychologist services, with delivery in the region of UKJ2. The contract is set for an initial period from 1st October 2025 to 1st October 2028, with the possibility of a 12-month extension.

The procurement follows a limited method under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), with West Sussex Mind identified as the intended provider. Stakeholders have until 24th September 2025 to make representations, marking a key deadline in this procurement process, currently in the award stage. This tender opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, particularly for organisations specialising in community health services, including psychological support and crisis intervention.

Businesses capable of delivering integrated and accessible mental health services, with a focus on prevention, peer support, and bridging primary and secondary care, are well-suited to engage in this contract. Successfully executing such a high-value contract, with an approximate lifetime value of £887,806 for the initial period, can vastly enhance a company's portfolio and credibility within the healthcare sector, leading to further opportunities and partnerships.