Workforce Suicide Prevention Training

Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract for the "Workforce Suicide Prevention Training" under its Public Health Department. The procurement, completed as of 27th May 2025, was conducted using a limited competition method, specifically below the threshold through a request for quotes. This service-focused contract, valued at £97,500, is set to commence on 2nd June 2025 and will continue until 1st June 2028.

The initiative is part of both national and local suicide prevention strategies and is categorised under health and social work services. The training aims to equip participants with the skills to effectively identify and assist individuals at risk of suicide. The training services are to be delivered in the Hampshire region, specifically targeting areas covered by the UKJ3 region in the United Kingdom.

This contract presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in mental health and social work services, particularly those with experience in educational training and public health initiatives. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions and strategies to improve mental health awareness and intervention skills will be well-positioned to benefit and grow through participation in similar future tenders. The award to Hampshire Mind CIC, a large VCSE supplier, highlights the potential for collaboration among public sector authorities and well-established voluntary sector organisations to address pressing public health concerns.