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NENC Wellbeing hub PWPs and Counselling services

CUMBRIA, NORTHUMBERLAND, TYNE AND WEAR NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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24 Nov 2025 at 17:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners and Counselling services has been undertaken by the Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust. This contract, focusing on health services within the North East and North Cumbria region, has been awarded under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) to Sunderland Counselling Service. The procurement method was limited and did not involve a prior call for competition. The contract commenced on 1st December 2025 and is set to conclude on 30th November 2026, with a total value of £202,501 for the one-year duration.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in health services. Companies with a robust track record in providing high-quality, cost-effective health solutions would have a competitive edge. Sunderland Counselling Service, for instance, secured the contract by showcasing their extensive expertise and alignment with key service criteria, making them the most suitable provider. This highlights the potential for similar businesses to thrive by offering innovative and efficient solutions tailored to specific regional health needs.

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Notice Title

NENC Wellbeing hub PWPs and Counselling services

Notice Description

PSR Most Suitable Provider - Provision of Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners and Counsellors into the North East and North Cumbria Staff Wellbeing Hub

Lot Information

Lot 1

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust intend to award 1 contract to Sunderland Counselling Services under the Health Care Services Provider Selection Regime regulations using the Most Suitable Provider process. Additional information: This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice under the Most Suitable Provider process. 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. Following market engagement and the publication of a prior information notice we assessed the most suitable providers linking back to the key criteria.The award decision-makers selected Sunderland Counselling Service following a rigorous evaluation process against the published criteria. The provider demonstrated exceptional capability and alignment with the key requirements, which informed the panel's decision:
* Quality of Service: The provider presented a comprehensive approach with proven methodologies, ensuring high standards of delivery and measurable outcomes.
* Value for Money: Their proposal offered competitive pricing while maintaining quality, representing the most economically advantageous option.
* Experience and Expertise: The provider's track record in delivering similar projects, supported by strong references and case studies, gave the panel confidence in their ability to perform.
Based on these factors, the decision-makers concluded that Sunderland Counselling Service offered the strongest overall proposal, balancing quality and cost-effectiveness. Their selection reflects the provider's ability to deliver the required outcomes while adding long-term value to the project.
The result was that
we had a clear most suitable provider as per this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period which ends midnight on 5/12/2025. Decision makers: gill.keane@cntw.nhs.uk; Paul.batey@ntw.nhs.uk; richard.lloyd@cntw.nhs.uk; richard.duggins@cntw.nhs.uk
We can confirm that there are no conflicts of interests with regards to the decision makers. The commitment is for a 1 year contract with an annual value of PS202,501.
This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.

Procurement Information

Following PSR Most Suitable provider process

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e7d5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008940-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£202,501 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20255 months 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
CUMBRIA, NORTHUMBERLAND, TYNE AND WEAR NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE3 3XT
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Fawdon & West Gosforth
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SUNDERLAND COUNSELLING SERVICE

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