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C25064 - Psychological Wellbeing Service

KENT AND MEDWAY TOWNS FIRE AUTHORITY

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Award

12 Mar 2026 at 10:33

Tender

21 Jan 2026 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Kent and Medway Towns Fire Authority has concluded the award stage of its procurement process for a specialist Psychological Wellbeing Service, aimed at reinforcing the mental health support available to its employees. The contract, under the title "C25064 - Psychological Wellbeing Service", falls within the industry category of health services, specifically company health services. The process commenced with a tender opening on 21st January 2026 and closed for submissions on 20th February 2026. The procurement was conducted using an open method, characterised as a below-threshold open competition, resulting in the award to HG Mindworks Ltd on 12th March 2026. The contract is set to start on 1st April 2026 and will run until 31st March 2029, with the possibility of a one-year extension depending on future needs and budgetary constraints.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in health services, particularly those focusing on psychological and wellbeing solutions. Companies that specialise in providing comprehensive mental health support and counselling services could find this contract a valuable addition to their portfolio. With the awarded contract valued at £97,015.68, larger enterprises like HG Mindworks Ltd, the successful bidder, demonstrate the scope for substantial engagements within this procurement. The opportunity underscored an interest in organisations that could enhance the existing support framework for public sector employees, aligning with the Kent and Medway Towns Fire Authority's commitment to employee wellbeing.

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Notice Title

C25064 - Psychological Wellbeing Service

Notice Description

Kent Fire and Rescue Service (the "Authority") is inviting tenders for the provision of a specialist Psychological Wellbeing Service. As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of its employees, the Authority seeks to renew and enhance its psychological support provision. This service will complement the existing counselling and psychotherapy support already available. Interested providers are invited to register on the Kent Business Portal (https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/), where full tender documentation is available. Submissions must be made via the Portal in accordance with the instructions provided. Tender opens on the 21st January 2026 at 12:00pm (noon) with a deadline for submissions on the 20/02/2026 at 12:00pm (noon).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract can be extended by a further 12 months if the service is still required and budgets allow.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060aa1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022198-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

85147000 - Company health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£80,846 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT AND MEDWAY TOWNS FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME15 6XB
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Tovil
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HG MINDWORKS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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