Award

POW-DAP2-61995 - Online CBT Blended Service

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

17 Mar 2026 at 14:42

Award

28 Nov 2025 at 12:25

Tender

01 Nov 2024 at 14:57

Award

03 Aug 2023 at 09:53

Tender

29 Mar 2023 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

The most recent contract awarded by the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) involves the provision of an Online Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Blended Service to residents of Powys. Finalised on 17th March 2026, this contract falls under the classification of rehabilitation services within the health industry, mainly aimed at delivering low-level psychological support and facilitating access to digital CBT programmes. The procurement involved a direct award procedure, specifically addressing services across Powys' rural geography where accessibility issues exist. The successful supplier is the Ponthafren Association, identified as a large entity, ensuring service sustainability in the area. The contract amounts to £119,225.95 GBP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for organisations specialising in mental health services, particularly those adept at providing blended models of therapy combining virtual, face-to-face, and telephone support. Businesses capable of navigating rural settings and overcoming geographical and connectivity challenges stand to gain from engaging with initiatives under this procurement arrangement. SMEs might also find avenues to expand their presence in the health services sector by forming collaborations or consortia to provide comprehensive solutions, as past contracts have involved open procedures inviting broader participation. Such projects not only bolster business growth but also contribute to social responsibility and reduce health inequalities within the region.

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Notice Title

POW-DAP2-61995 - Online CBT Blended Service

Notice Description

Powys teaching Health Board requires the provision of an Online Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Blended Service for residents of Powys, delivering Tier 0 / Tier 1 psychological therapy support to individuals experiencing mild to moderate mental health distress. The service supports people who require additional assistance to access and complete digital CBT programmes. The blended model combines face-to-face, virtual and telephone-based support, enabling flexible delivery across Powys' predominantly rural geography, where travel distances, connectivity and individual circumstances can present barriers to access.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Powys Teaching Health Board requires the provision of an Online Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Blended Service for residents of Powys, delivering Tier 0 / Tier 1 psychological therapy support to individuals experiencing mild to moderate mental health distress. The service supports people who require additional assistance to access and complete digital CBT programmes. The blended model combines face-to-face, virtual and telephone-based support, enabling flexible delivery across Powys' predominantly rural geography, where travel distances, connectivity and individual circumstances can present barriers to access.

Renewal: 1 X 12 MONTH EXTENSIONS

Procurement Information

Powys Teaching Health Board are utilising Direct Award Option 2 under the Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03b6f3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024140-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85312500 - Rehabilitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£162,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£162,500 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£299,655 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jun 20232 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ST. ASAPH
Postcode
LL17 0JL
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL33 Conwy and Denbighshire
Delivery Location
TLL12 Gwynedd, TLL13 Conwy and Denbighshire, TLL24 Powys

Local Authority
Denbighshire
Electoral Ward
Bodelwyddan
Westminster Constituency
Clwyd North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PONTHAFREN ASSOCIATION

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