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Psychological Support following Sexual Abuse

NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board

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11 Mar 2026 at 18:11

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board is initiating a procurement process for "Psychological Support following Sexual Abuse," classified under health services. This notice anticipates the award of a contract under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023. This process excludes provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023. The contract's standstill period commences on 12 March 2026, with providers required to make representations by 24 March 2026. Although the award is not final, the ICB has proceeded with direct award process C, favouring the existing provider, The Birchall Trust, located in Barrow In Furness, UKD1. This process underscores service continuity until 31 March 2027, valuing the contract at approximately £23,345.

This procurement opportunity offers substantial business growth for providers capable of delivering consistent health services. It particularly suits businesses already in the healthcare sector, with expertise in psychological support services, aiming to expand within the public sector. The contract emphasises key criteria such as quality, innovation, and social value, where businesses can excel by demonstrating competence in sustaining innovative health solutions. Existing service providers who match or exceed current standards and possess a strong understanding of integrated care and reducing health inequalities are encouraged to participate. The Birchal Trust’s previous performance and alignment with ICB requirements suggest readiness for continued collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Psychological Support following Sexual Abuse

Notice Description

The provision of Psychological Support following Sexual Abuse

Lot Information

Lot 1

Psychological Support following Sexual Abuse Start Date: 01/04/2026 End Date: 31/03/2027 The approximate lifetime value of the contract is PS23,345 however the final contract value is still to be finalised. The ICB are intending to award a contract to an existing provider following direct award process C

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 processes as set out in the PSR have been applied and not the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the Procurement Act 2023. The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of the notice. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by 24 March 2026. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0667c9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022059-2026
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
£23,345 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 8XB
Postcode Area
Preston
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD1 Cumbria
Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

The Birchall Trust

Further Information

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