Award

DHSC: OHID: IPS Technical Support and fidelity reviews and training 26/29

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

16 Jan 2026 at 14:27

TenderUpdate

13 Nov 2025 at 15:48

Tender

03 Nov 2025 at 16:33

Planning

22 Sep 2025 at 15:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC), located in London, has completed the procurement process for the "DHSC: OHID: IPS Technical Support and fidelity reviews and training 26/29," encompassing the period from 2026 to 2029. This procurement falls under the services category and utilizes the open procedure method. The initiative targets the enhancement and support of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services, with the project divided into two main lots. Lot 1 focuses on delivering technical and implementation support, including 135 fidelity reviews over three years, while Lot 2 provides approximately 60 accredited training places. The total contract value is GBP 3,803,985.2, with the work set to commence on 1st April 2026 and end by 31st March 2029, with a possible extension until 2031. The awarded supplier, Social Finance Limited, is tasked with delivering these services, and the standstill period concludes on 27th January 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those that can provide services in health, business-related services, or specialist training. The open procurement process and division into two lots create opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to participate. SMEs specializing in IPS technical support and training, as well as those familiar with public sector work, are well-suited for such contracts. Participation in this tender could enhance an organisation's profile and pave the way for further contracts with DHSC, given the department's central role in health and social care policy in the UK.

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Notice Title

DHSC: OHID: IPS Technical Support and fidelity reviews and training 26/29

Notice Description

A preliminary market engagement was held in October 2025 to share the draft specifications, proposed procurement approach, draft contract, and timetable, and to invite feedback from potential bidders. The Department of Health and Social Care is seeking to commission an external partner to deliver the Provision of Lot 1 Individual Placement and Support (IPS) technical and implementation support, fidelity reviews, and Lot 2 Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Accredited training . For the next 3 financial years 2026/27, 2027/28 and 2028/29. The intention is to commission, in two lots but as part of one exercise: Lot 1: A package of implementation and technical support for IPS teams that are newly mobilising or recently established, and approximately 135 IPS fidelity reviews or guided self-assessments (45 per year) Lot 2: Approximately 60 training places for accredited qualifications (at least 16 per year). This is in line with the

Lot Information

Suppliers tender submission Lot 1

Lot 1: Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Technical Support fidelity reviews. A package of implementation and technical support for IPS teams that are newly mobilising or recently established. We require at least 15 Fidelity Reviews and 30 Guided Self-Assessments to be completed per year.

Options: Can be extended up to 24 months

Renewal: can be extended up to 24 months

Suppliers tender submission Lot 2

Lot 2 Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Accredited Training. At least 16 training places for accredited qualifications per year. Value of PS194,208 total for this lot

Options: Can be extended up to 24 months

Renewal: can be extended up to 24 months

Planning Information

We are sharing the draft specifications, proposed procurement approach, draft contract and timetable with the market to invite feedback from potential bidders. The objective of the preliminary market engagement is: • Understanding market capability Improving Procurement Strategy and Specification Development • Identify any barriers • Encouraging Supplier Participation and Competition The input by suppliers may help shape the final approach and procurement strategy. A questionnaire is also available for suppliers to complete, allowing them to provide comments and raise any additional questions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059f7a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003947-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

80510000 - Specialist training services

85100000 - Health services

85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,173,321 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,173,321 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£3,173,321 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
3 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2028-07-03

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
Jay Bains
Contact Email
ccsinbox@dhsc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
02071047545

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI3 Inner London - West

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOCIAL FINANCE

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