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NHS England South West - Psychology and Clinical Leadership for Services Supporting Adults in Avon & Somerset Who Have Experienced Sexual Violence

NHS ENGLAND

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TenderUpdate

11 Dec 2024 at 09:10

Award

27 Nov 2024 at 17:31

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England South West is commissioning services in the field of specialist psychology and clinical leadership for adults in Avon & Somerset who have experienced sexual violence. The contracting process has recently progressed to confirm the formal award under the Most Suitable Provider Process of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), with the contract set to commence on 1st April 2025 and extend for 4 years and 6 months. The total contract value over this period is £1,238,202. The procurement is targeted at providers within the rehabilitation services category, focusing on enhancing mental health and support for sexual violence survivors. The buying organisation is NHS England, with the procurement process falling under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, explicitly noted to be outside the scope of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities for organisations experienced in the provision of mental health and rehabilitation services. The chosen provider, University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW), was assessed through a meticulous evaluation process based on key criteria such as quality, innovation, value, and social impact. Businesses capable of delivering specialised psychological therapy, workforce development, and clinical leadership are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Companies that offer structured approaches to addressing complex trauma, integrating service sustainability, and improving access to services will find this contract particularly relevant and impactful for their portfolios.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS England South West - Psychology and Clinical Leadership for Services Supporting Adults in Avon & Somerset Who Have Experienced Sexual Violence

Notice Description

NHS England South West is commissioning specialist psychology and therapy provision, clinical leadership and workforce development for services supporting adults who have experienced sexual violence. This provision is for the area of Avon and Somerset, to continue the work of the 'Avon and Somerset Enhanced Mental Health Pathfinder' which has been running since 2022. The intention is to move from 'proof of concept' stage to an ongoing model of delivery based on proven outcomes. The Commissioner intends to contract for the Services using the National NHS Standard Contract. The contract term will be for a duration of 4 years and 6 months and will commence from 1st April 2025. The total contract value is PS1,238,202 over the 4 years and 6 months. This notice is placed to set out NHS England South West's (the Commissioner's) intention to award a contract under the Most Suitable Provider Process of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR).

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS England South West is commissioning specialist psychology and therapy provision, clinical leadership and workforce development for services supporting adults who have experienced sexual violence. This provision is for the area of Avon and Somerset, to continue the work of the 'Avon and Somerset Enhanced Mental Health Pathfinder' which has been running since 2022. The intention is to move from 'proof of concept' stage to an ongoing model of delivery based on proven outcomes. Scope: Specialist psychology and therapy provision To deliver interventions to people who have experienced serious sexual assault within the last four months, including people who have suffered significant previous trauma and abuse, present with multiple and complex vulnerabilities and have current or past involvement with mental health services. Referrals come directly through the Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Bristol. Specialist psychology and therapy provision will be for people aged 18 and over. Scope: Clinical leadership and workforce development Specialist psychologists and therapists to work collaboratively with the whole pathway, contributing to leadership and strategic direction as well as clinical collaboration, development and training. Offer consultation, case discussion and formulation for therapists working with trauma in both VCSE and statutory sectors. To continue delivery of a regional training programme for therapists and counsellors working in sexual violence therapies services who want to train in EMDR and NET. Workforce development and training will include practitioners from across the South West. A notice was published for 14 days informing the market of the intention to follow the Most Suitable Provider Process. The Commissioner sought a provider/s who were suitable and capable to continue the delivery of this work. To express an interest, providers were required to complete and submit a short Most Suitable Provider Questionnaire through the Atamis portal. Only 1 expression of interest was received, from University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW). A Request for Information (RfI) was sent to them seeking the return of further information to support the Commissioners assessment. After conducting an assessment, taking into account the key criteria and applying the basic selection criteria, NHS South West is content that the they will likely satisfy the proposed contract to a sufficient standard. The Commissioner intends to contract for the Services using the National NHS Standard Contract. The contract term will be for a duration of 4 years and 6 months and will commence from 1st April 2025. The total contract value is PS1,238,202 over the 4 years and 6 months. This notice is placed to set out NHS England South West's (the Commissioner's) intention to award a contract under the Most Suitable Provider Process of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR). This is an existing service being awarded to an existing provider. This exercise was carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioner.

Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by midnight on Tuesday 10th December 2024. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c095
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039838-2024
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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85312500 - Rehabilitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,238,202 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Dec 202412 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
scwcsu.procurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BRISTOL AND WESTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (UHBW

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