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BNSSG ICB - Second Step - Sanctuary

NHS BRISTOL, NORTH SOMERSET AND SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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02 Mar 2026 at 10:59

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board (BNSSG ICB) is in the process of awarding a contract under the Provider Selection Regime for the continuation of 'The Sanctuary' service, which is an out-of-hours mental health service located at Gloucester House, Southmead Hospital. The procurement relates to a direct award without prior competition, as the existing provider, Second Step, continues to meet the service specification without substantial change. The contract covers health services (CPV code 85100000) and aims to provide supportive care for individuals over 16 experiencing emotional distress, covering areas in Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire. The procurement process is currently in the intention to award stage, with representations from providers required by 12th March 2026, before the award is finalised for the period from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029. Key criteria for award include quality, value, service integration, health improvement, and social value.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those focusing on mental health and community support. Companies that can demonstrate innovation and quality in service delivery are well-suited to compete, as these are crucial evaluation criteria in the awarding process. With a focus on improving access and reducing health inequalities, businesses with a robust track record in these areas may find significant growth opportunities by partnering with established NHS entities. The service supports sustainable operations and collaborative service models, ideal for entities seeking to expand their footprint within the public health sector in the region.

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Notice Title

BNSSG ICB - Second Step - Sanctuary

Notice Description

The Sanctuary is an out-of-hours mental health service based at Gloucester House, Southmead Hospital, providing a safe and supportive space for people aged 16 and over experiencing serious emotional distress; it operates Thursday to Monday from 5pm to midnight and offers face-to-face support from 6pm, giving individuals the opportunity for 1:1 sessions, quiet space, activities, and light refreshments, with staff also able to signpost to other services and attend professional meetings when invited; service users can receive three pre-booked preventative support sessions, and the service supports people across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset ICB are using this notice as an intention to award notice. Direct Award C has been used for the award of this contract. The existing provider is satisfying the original contract and will likely satisfy the proposed new contract. The services provided are the service specification are not changing considerably. The Sanctuary is an out-of-hours mental health service based at Gloucester House, Southmead Hospital, providing a safe and supportive space for people aged 16 and over experiencing serious emotional distress; it operates Thursday to Monday from 5pm to midnight and offers face-to-face support from 6pm, giving individuals the opportunity for 1:1 sessions, quiet space, activities, and light refreshments, with staff also able to signpost to other services and attend professional meetings when invited; service users can receive three pre-booked preventative support sessions, and the service supports people across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire The contract has been awarded for the period 01/04/2026 - 31/03/2029 This procurement has been carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners. NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Gloucestershire ICB are currently working together in a formal "clustering" arrangement to prepare for their merger into a single, new organisation (name to be confirmed), effective from 1st April 2027.

Procurement Information

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. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by 12th March 2026(8 working days following publication of intention to award notice). 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-065f44
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018318-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award 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
£840,222 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Nov 20254 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 BRISTOL, NORTH SOMERSET AND SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 6AG
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SECOND STEP

Further Information

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