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DHSC:MHDP: SW Independent Review into Prevalence and Support for Mental Health C

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

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19 Mar 2026 at 15:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is managed by the Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC) and focuses on the independent review into the prevalence and support for mental health challenges. This contract pertains to consultancy services within the public sector domain, specifically addressing general management consultancy. Situated in London, the procurement process concluded with the award of a contract on the 16th of January 2026, with its operation spanning from the 19th of January to the 8th of June 2026. The procurement method was direct, appointed without competition, falling below the threshold limits. The initiative is led by esteemed professionals, reinforcing its credibility and urgency, which was highlighted with a prospective starting window in early December 2026.

This tender opens strategic avenues for businesses in consultancy services. With Kings College London involved, the venture supports seasoned institutions specialising in mental health and consultancy. Opportunities lie in contributing to pivotal governmental reviews, particularly for entities already recognised within the educational sector or possessing a robust background in public sector advisory roles. Companies proficient in general management consultancy can leverage this contract to expand their influence in governmental assignments, enhancing their portfolio within this critically important and socially impactful area.

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Notice Title

DHSC:MHDP: SW Independent Review into Prevalence and Support for Mental Health C

Notice Description

* The government has appointed Professor Sir Simon Wessely to be one of two Vice-Chairs this review to support Professor Peter Fonagy as Chair of the review (see separate business cases) and work with an advisory working group of cross-system leadership and experience. * The Chair for the review has advocated for two Vice-Chairs instead of one, given the scale of the work and to deliver the review within the intended timescales. He stressed that the Vice-Chairs must be recognised across the community for their expertise, breadth of perspective and ability to enable and empower challenge. * It is crucial that the review has independent status and is led by experienced and respected experts in this field in order to give the review's recommendations credibility and ensure they are informed by the evidence. Officials presented a number of Chair and Vice-Chair options to Ministers and Professor Sir Simon Wessely was selected based on his experience. * He is a prominent British psychiatrist and epidemiologist, known for his work in psychological medicine, particularly in military health, and for his leadership roles in national medical bodies. He is the Regius Professor of Psychiatry at King's College London and a former President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists and the Royal Society of Medicine. His research includes the mental health outcomes of veterans, and he also played a key role in the Independent Review of the Mental Health Act. * Professor Sir Simon Wessely has agreed to complete the work at a rate of PS425 per day. It is expected that 2 days of his time per week will be required across the 6 months whilst the review is underway. Therefore, this business case seeks approval for 52 days of work in total (PS22,100). * He will undertake the work via King's College London. The payment will be made to King's College London, which is why we must take a commercial consultancy route rather than an HR/fixed appointment route. This business case requires urgent approval so that Professor Sir Simon Wessely can start being reimbursed for his work as Vice-Chair for the review from from launch at the beginning of December (exact date TBC but likely to be w/c 1st December). This is a at risk contract and was signed after its start date

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066f49
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025319-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£22,100 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
19 Jan 2026 - 8 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KINGS COLLEGE LONDON

Further Information

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