Planning

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust - Assertive Outreach Service Support Workers

CAMBRIDGESHIRE COMMUNITY SERVICES - NHS TRUST

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Planning

28 Jan 2026 at 11:13

Summary of the contracting process

The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Assertive Outreach Service Support Workers." This process is targeted at providing support workers for the Assertive Outreach Service in the East of England. The procurement process is classified under the Health and Social Work Services (CPV 85000000) and is scheduled to proceed with an engagement end date on 13th February 2026. The contract is planned as a three-year term with an optional 12-month extension, conducted via a PSR Competitive Process specifically targeting Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSE). The initial notice was published on 28th January 2026.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for VCSE organisations looking to broaden their business in the health and social care sector within the East of England. Organisations that specialise in delivering outreach support services or similar health-related services are ideally suited for this opportunity. Engaging in this contract could significantly enhance a VCSE's portfolio by aligning with a reputable NHS Trust, fostering growth through a stable, long-term public sector partnership. Interested VCSEs are encouraged to express their interest by contacting the provided procurement contact, Jess Clark, at the Cambridgeshire Community Services - NHS Trust.

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Notice Title

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust - Assertive Outreach Service Support Workers

Notice Description

CPFT are looking to award a contract for the delivery of support workers to aid the Assertive outreach service. This will be a 3 year contract term with a 12 month optional extension period. Contracted via PSR Competitive Process. This procurement will be focused on awarding to a VCSE only. Additional information: This is a PIN to advise of CPFT intention to go out to market to VCSE's for the requirement as per the description. Any VCSE's that wish to express interest in this opportunity should email jess.clark1@nhs.net The procurement documents will be released in due course via Atamis for review and submission. This is being processed via PSR Competitive Process

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dc1c1491-2b8c-4c0f-9d18-88e45f1d6f52
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbfb86a4-073a-45e1-93d8-c7c7ad50bae7
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAMBRIDGESHIRE COMMUNITY SERVICES - NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ST IVES
Postcode
PE27 4LG
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
St Ives South
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

Further Information

Notice Documents

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