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LGBTQ+ Support Services

NHS DEVON INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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27 Apr 2026 at 09:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board focuses on the provision of "LGBTQ+ Support Services" in Exeter, United Kingdom. This contract aims to improve emotional and mental health wellbeing within the LGBTQ+ community through guidance and counselling services, classified under CPV code 85312300. The procurement was executed using a limited method, below threshold and with limited competition, completed on 27 April 2026. The contract period spans from 1 April 2026 until 31 March 2028, valued at £160,374 for the two-year term.

This tender can foster significant opportunities for businesses within the social services and mental health industries, particularly those experienced in delivering counselling and support services aimed at minority communities. Large-scale VCSE organisations, like INTERCOM, which was awarded the contract, are clearly positioned to excel in such procurements. Such contracts allow organisations to expand their presence in the public sector, enhance community support services, and strengthen their portfolio in the realm of specialised care. Engaging in these procurement processes can catalyse growth for businesses committed to social impact and community wellbeing.

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Notice Title

LGBTQ+ Support Services

Notice Description

NHS Devon was seeking a Supplier to address, reduce and provide help and support against the personal and social harm that can be experienced by the LGBTQ+ community to improve emotional and mental health wellbeing. Contract length: 2 year. No optional extension Value: PS80,187 per year

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068b49
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037886-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85312300 - Guidance and counselling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£160,374 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS DEVON INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX2 5AZ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Priory
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INTERCOM

Further Information

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