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VCSE Led Mental Health Recovery and Prevention Services

BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED

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Tender

10 Mar 2026 at 11:46

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Kent County Council is inviting organisations to engage in early market and stakeholder activities for the forthcoming VCSE Led Mental Health Recovery and Prevention Services, titled "Live Well Kent and Medway". This initiative falls under the community health services category and aims to enhance mental health recovery and prevention. Located in the South East of the United Kingdom, the council is currently in the tender stage of the procurement process, with a deadline for registration set for 16 April 2026. Interested parties must note that the engagement sessions, held between 21 April and 24 April 2026, are virtual and aim to gather insights to inform future service delivery, not a call for competition.

This engagement presents an opportunity for VCSE organisations, mental health and wellbeing providers, community groups, and digital providers to contribute to a community-based, recovery-focused support system, particularly for individuals aged 17 and above. Organisations that focus on improving emotional wellbeing, preventing relapse, and enhancing daily living can benefit greatly by participating. Businesses looking to expand their reach and influence within the community health services sector can leverage these sessions to share feedback and gain insights into county-level needs, ultimately aiding in shaping a comprehensive service offering aligned with national and local protocols.

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Notice Title

VCSE Led Mental Health Recovery and Prevention Services

Notice Description

Market Engagement Notice VCSE Led Mental Health Recovery and Prevention Services (currently known as Live Well Kent and Medway) Authority: Kent County Council Registration Form: https://forms.office.com/e/SiajERRCzJ Contact: keri.spring@kent.gov.uk Kent County Council (KCC) is inviting organisations to take part in early market and stakeholder engagement for the future VCSE Led Mental Health Recovery and Prevention Services (currently known as Live Well Kent and Medway). These services aim to aid recovery and prevent relapse, improve health and social care outcomes for individuals with poor mental health and wellbeing, prevent suicide, reduce the stigma of mental illness and reduce or delay the need for additional care and support. Please be advised that this is not a call for competition and should not be perceived as an intention to procure services. The aim of these events is to only gather insights/intelligence, which will be used to inform future service delivery. About the service: The vision for Live Well Kent & Medway is to keep people well and provide a holistic offer of support for individuals living with and without a mental health diagnosis, in line with national and local guidance and protocols. The service supports people with both a Common Mental Illness (CMI) and Serious Mental Illness (SMI) to prevent escalation of need and also provide support as part of their recovery journey. The service aims to: *support recovery and prevent relapse *improve emotional wellbeing and daily living *reduce suicide risk *build social connection *reduce or delay the need for higher level support *improve access and equity across Kent and Medway Interest is welcomed from VCSE organisations, mental health and wellbeing providers, community groups, digital providers, and others who can contribute to preventative, community based, recovery focused support, predominantly for people 17+. Engagement events (all virtual): We will be hosting four virtual sessions, each covering the same content. *Virtual Session 1: 21 April 2026 / 13:30 *Virtual Session 2: 22 April 2026 / 9:30 *Virtual Session 3: 23 April 2026 / 13:30 *Virtual Session 4: 24 April 2026 / 9:30 How to register: Interested organisations must complete the Registration Form (link below) by midday (12 noon) 16 April 2026. https://forms.office.com/e/SiajERRCzJ The council may cancel events if there is little or no response on a particular date. Please ensure that you have registered using the link provided. What we'll cover Each session will include a short overview of the current service and a summary of county level population needs. After this, we will invite participants to share feedback using Mentimeter on the following areas: *vision and future direction *needs and demand *outcomes and what "good" looks like *good practice and innovation *equity and inclusion *workforce and sustainability This will be a chance to hear the current picture and contribute ideas that can help shape a service th

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1319d258-d009-4ee8-b795-c546a015cd80
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Not Disclosed
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85323000 - Community health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

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Notice Documents

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