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EPUT -Psychological Staff Support Service (Here for you)

MID AND SOUTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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10 Mar 2026 at 18:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust has reached the award stage, focusing on the "EPUT - Psychological Staff Support Service (Here for you)" contract. This project falls within the health services industry category and is located in the United Kingdom, specifically Essex. The direct procurement method was employed, indicating a below-threshold process without competition, and the award was achieved through the Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. The contract is valued at £137,322.47 (net value), VAT exempt, and covers a service period from 1 June 2025 to 31 March 2026. The contract was signed on 31 May 2025, showcasing the timely progression of this vital initiative.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, especially those specialising in psychological support. It benefits suppliers with large-scale capabilities, as demonstrated by the awarded Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, allowing them to collaborate closely with an NHS Foundation Trust and expand their footprint in the public sector. Businesses with expertise in providing tailored mental health support services could find an advantageous scenario to compete for similar opportunities, leveraging strategic partnerships and enhancing service portfolios to address staff wellness needs comprehensively.

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Notice Title

EPUT -Psychological Staff Support Service (Here for you)

Notice Description

Psychological Services support to MSEFT Staff Commercial SLA agreement Value is vat exempt.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0666cd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021554-2026
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
Large

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
£137,322 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 31 Mar 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
MID AND SOUTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BASILDON
Postcode
SS16 5NL
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH37 Essex Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Basildon
Electoral Ward
Langdon Hills
Westminster Constituency
South Basildon and East Thurrock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ESSEX PARTNERSHIP UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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