"What Good Looks Like" guidance development and implementation - Mental Health Act (MHA) s117

The Improvement & Development Agency is undertaking a public procurement process to develop and implement guidance for Section 117 of the Mental Health Act. This tender, titled “What Good Looks Like” guidance development and implementation, falls under the health and social work services industry category and is located in London, UK. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with an open procurement method for below-threshold open competition.

Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 25th June 2025 and a tender submission deadline on 3rd July 2025. The contract is valued at £17,000 with potential renewal options, and the contract period commences on 7th July 2025. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the health and social care sector, particularly those specialising in service design, training, and assessment frameworks.

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, as the suitability criteria favour such organisations. Successful involvement in this procurement can lead to substantial business growth, allowing companies to showcase expertise in creating collaborative, integrated care solutions with public health entities. Engaging with this project can also bolster a business’s profile in delivering quality-driven, person-centred care solutions.