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23 Jul 2025 at 11:29

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25 Jun 2025 at 12:03

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of Adult Eating Disorder inpatient services has been led by the Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust. The contract, valued at up to £3,500,000.00, spans a fixed term starting from 21 July 2025 and ending on 31 March 2026. It covers community health services across the East Midlands under the classification CPV 85323000. The procurement follows the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, employing a limited procurement method to select the Most Suitable Provider without prior publication of a call for competition. This process is characterised by assessing providers on criteria such as quality, innovation, value, and social value. The procurement stage has reached confirmation of contract award, transitioning from previous tender updates.

This contract presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for large scale healthcare providers equipped to deliver high-quality inpatient care for adults with eating disorders. Companies operating with established CQC registration and capabilities in patient care compliant with national specifications for specialist treatment are well-positioned to compete. By fulfilling this contract, businesses can enhance their service integration, collaboration, and contribute to reducing health inequalities. Engaging in such contracts enhances social value contributions and opens avenues for further regional healthcare service engagements, underscoring the importance of performance excellence against key criteria established by the Trust.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

The Provision of Adult Eating Disorder Service- PSR Most Suitable Provider

Notice Description

This contract covers the provision of Adult Eating Disorder inpatient services on behalf of Leicestershire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LPT), acting as the Lead Provider for Adult Eating Disorders across the East Midlands. The service will provide up to 12 inpatient beds for adults, supporting both patients detained under the Mental Health Act and those admitted informally. Care will be delivered in line with the national specification for adult eating disorder services, ensuring high-quality, specialist inpatient treatment. The provider will deliver the service under its own CQC registration. The contract is for a fixed term of one year, commencing in July 2025, and has been awarded following a process under the Provider Selection Regime, using the Most Suitable Provider route.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Description of the services to be provided: The contract covers the provision of Adult Eating Disorder inpatient services on behalf of Leicestershire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LPT), acting as the Lead Provider for Adult Eating Disorders across the East Midlands. The service will provide up to 12 inpatient beds for adults, supporting both patients detained under the Mental Health Act and those admitted informally. Care will be delivered in line with the national specification for adult eating disorder services. The provider will operate under its own CQC registration and will be responsible for full delivery and compliance with regulatory standards. This notice confirms the intention to award a contract under the Provider Selection Regime, following the Most Suitable Provider process. Estimated value of the contract: PS2,000,000.00 - PS3,500,000.00 This is an existing service to a new provider The contract will run from July 2025 to June 2026.

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 standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by 7th of April, midnight. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055343
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042310-2025
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

85110000 - Hospital and related services

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
23 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20251 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE PARTNERSHIP NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTERSHIRE
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Postcode Area
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Cygnet Behavioural Health Limited

Further Information

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