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TenderUpdate

10 Mar 2026 at 17:03

Award

03 Feb 2026 at 16:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was conducted by the NHS North Central London Integrated Care Board for the provision of a Mental Health Crisis House Service at Highbury Grove. This service, classified under the industry category "services" and more specifically as "Psychiatrist or psychologist services," is located within the region of Haringey and Islington, UK. The process culminated in the award stage, with the contract being formally awarded on 17th February 2026. The procurement followed a direct award process under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, with no prior publication of a call for competition. The contract term is for one year, starting on 1st April 2026 and ending on 31st March 2027, with a total contract value of £753,823.00.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses operating in the mental health services sector, particularly those specialising in accommodation-based recovery services. The contract could be well-suited for businesses like Hestia Housing and Support, which was the awarded supplier, offering large-scale support services that align with the requirements for integrated care and recovery support. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality, innovative mental health support, with a focus on integration and sustainability, may find this tender advantageous for demonstrating their capabilities in a competitive landscape. The focus on social value and improving access suggests opportunities for organisations that can contribute to reducing health inequalities and enhancing service provision within the community.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Mental Health Crisis House Service - C405845

Notice Description

"Highbury Grove Recovery House is an accommodation-based service for men experiencing a mental health crisis which works closely alongside the North London NHS Foundation Trust. <br/>There are 12 bedrooms available, and individuals can stay at the service for up to 14 days, working towards their recovery goals in a non-clinical environment, with the support of trained Recovery Workers and ongoing involvement from the Crisis Team. Non-clinical crisis house, albeit enhanced through the input of clinical staff (psychiatric & psychological input) where appropriate to provide support around tasks such as medication reviews and psychological treatments. <br/>During their stay individuals will have access to daily 1-1 support, a range of activities to support and promote recovery (such as art, creative writing and mindfulness sessions) and the opportunity to interact with others in a similar position. Cooking and eating together with staff and other residents is encouraged throughout the stay.<br/>Upon discharge individuals will leave with a co-produced safety plan and will receive an aftercare support package facilitated by re-settlement and re-integration workers, who can help support people back into their local community.<br/>Any professional in NLFT can make a referral and self-referrals are also accepted."

Lot Information

Lot 1

"This notice relates to Highbury Grove Recovery House is an accommodation-based service for men experiencing a mental health crisis which works closely alongside the North London NHS Foundation Trust.
There are 12 bedrooms available, and individuals can stay at the service for up to 14 days, working towards their recovery goals in a non-clinical environment, with the support of trained Recovery Workers and ongoing involvement from the Crisis Team. Non-clinical crisis house, albeit enhanced through the input of clinical staff (psychiatric & psychological input) where appropriate to provide support around tasks such as medication reviews and psychological treatments.
During their stay individuals will have access to daily 1-1 support, a range of activities to support and promote recovery (such as art, creative writing and mindfulness sessions) and the opportunity to interact with others in a similar position. Cooking and eating together with staff and other residents is encouraged throughout the stay.
Upon discharge individuals will leave with a co-produced safety plan and will receive an aftercare support package facilitated by re-settlement and re-integration workers, who can help support people back into their local community.
Any professional in NLFT can make a referral and self-referrals are also accepted.
This notice is an intention to award a contract to the existing provider following direct award process C.
The annual value of the contract is PS753,823.00
The lifetime value of the contract is PS753,823.00
The expiring contract ends 31/03/2026
The contract term will be 1 Year with No Option to Extend
The contract will start 01/04/2026 and end 31/03/2027"

Procurement Information

"Justification: Award of a contract without prior publication of a call for competition in the cases listed below<br/>Reason: The procurement falls outside the scope of application of the regulations<br/>Explanation: This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. 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. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. <br/>Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by 17/02/2026<br/>This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR."

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0615b1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021523-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85121270 - Psychiatrist or psychologist services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20266 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
NHS North Central London Integrated Care Board
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N1 1TH
Postcode Area
North London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLI41 Hackney and Newham

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Laycock
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Hestia Housing and Support

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