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Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards:Mental Health Assessor (S12 Doctors)

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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21 Jul 2025 at 12:47

Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council is inviting tenders for the provision of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards pertaining to Mental Health Assessors, notably S12 Doctors, under an open procedure. This procurement, classified under the "Health and social work services" category, is part of the Provider Selection Regime, aimed at ensuring care aligns with human rights for individuals lacking capacity. Located in the region of UKF2, the procurement stage is the tender phase, with a submission deadline set for 22nd August 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract period is anticipated to commence on 10th October 2025 and extend until 9th October 2029.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social care services, particularly those with expertise in mental health assessments and a background in legal and ethical standards such as the Mental Capacity Act. Companies that have qualified assessors, specifically Doctors experienced in mental capacity, mental health, or eligibility evaluations, are well-positioned to compete. Participating in this process can pave the way for business growth through long-term engagements with a regional authority dedicated to safeguarding vulnerable individuals. Electronic submissions are accepted, ensuring a streamlined process for interested parties.

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Notice Title

Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards:Mental Health Assessor (S12 Doctors)

Notice Description

This procurement is under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) The Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) was introduced in 2007. The Mental Health Act 2007, which received Royal Assent in July 2007, included an amendment to the MCA to introduce additional Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) from 1st April 2009. The Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards provide additional protection for the most vulnerable people living in residential homes, nursing homes or hospital environments. There is a requirement, in law that care will always be provided in a way that is consistent with the human rights of people lacking capacity; who are not otherwise protected or safeguarded through the use of the Mental Health Act or Court of Protection powers. Leicestershire County Council as the Supervisory Body needs to arrange for a qualified assessor to complete relevant assessments including Doctors who undertake the mental capacity, mental health or eligibility assessments

Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement is under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) The Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) was introduced in 2007. The Mental Health Act 2007, which received Royal Assent in July 2007, included an amendment to the MCA to introduce additional Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) from 1st April 2009. The Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards provide additional protection for the most vulnerable people living in residential homes, nursing homes or hospital environments. There is a requirement, in law that care will always be provided in a way that is consistent with the human rights of people lacking capacity; who are not otherwise protected or safeguarded through the use of the Mental Health Act or Court of Protection powers. Leicestershire County Council as the Supervisory Body needs to arrange for a qualified assessor to complete relevant assessments including Doctors who undertake the mental capacity, mental health or eligibility assessments

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0562f7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041652-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
21 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Oct 2025 - 9 Oct 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mr Martin Hall
Contact Email
martin.hall@leics.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1163053623

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
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
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

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