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Development of a Community Hub for Mental Health Care and Support

CITY OF YORK COUNCIL

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19 Jan 2026 at 11:56

Summary of the contracting process

The City of York Council has awarded a contract for the "Development of a Community Hub for Mental Health Care and Support" within the City of York. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically community health services, and utilises the light touch procurement regime. The procurement method adopted was direct and below threshold, without competition. The contract was signed on 9th December 2025 and is active from 10th December 2025 until 10th October 2026, with a potential extension dependent on grant funding from the central government. This initiative is part of a strategic effort to centralise mental health care services, bringing benefits to the community by improving access to mental health support.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health services delivery, particularly those with a focus on mental health care. SMEs like "The Innovation Unit Limited," the awarded supplier, would find this contract ideal, offering a framework to showcase innovative solutions in partnership with a public authority. By engaging in such contracts, businesses can strengthen their portfolios and establish credibility in the public sector, providing a platform for growth and future collaborations.

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Notice Title

Development of a Community Hub for Mental Health Care and Support

Notice Description

Development of a Community Hub for Mental Health Care and Support which is a mental health partnership within City of York.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06088e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004284-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85323000 - Community health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£95,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
10 Dec 2025 - 10 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF YORK COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mark Woolford
Contact Email
procurement@york.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6GA
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE INNOVATION UNIT

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