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Norfolk & Suffolk FT - CFYP NDD Waits

NHS SUFFOLK AND NORTH EAST ESSEX INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Norfolk & Suffolk FT - CFYP NDD Waits" is being managed by the NHS Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board. It falls under the health services industry category and is located in the UKH14 region. The procurement is in the Award stage, with a significant contract update dated 13th May 2026. This process aims to commission additional Neurodevelopmental assessment services for children and young people, reducing waiting lists to a maximum of 52 weeks. Funding discussed in October 2025 was allocated early 2026, strengthening the existing service contracts held by Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. The initial contract was signed on 21st October 2025, with a service duration extending over 1,080 days, involving a procurement approach under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) regulations, excluding Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

This tender represents a considerable opportunity for businesses operating within health services, particularly those specialising in neurodevelopmental assessments. The substantial financial investment highlights a growing demand for such services and presents a chance for skilled and efficient service providers to expand their market presence within the NHS framework. Businesses that can deliver enhanced service capacity and effectively manage reduced waiting times are well-suited to participate and benefit from the evolving needs of the NHS. A strong partnership with NHS entities could lead to further collaborative opportunities as health service demands continue to evolve.

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Notice Title

Norfolk & Suffolk FT - CFYP NDD Waits

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

Two sources of additional funding have been approved to commission additional Neurodevelopmental assessment services for children and young people. Waiting lists are increasing and the expected outcome is that it will reduce waits for assessment down to a maximum of 52 weeks. NSFT have selected two providers to deliver the service via sub contracts. A sum of PS750,750 has been allocated to a provider under a PSR (A) process, and a further sum of PS2,043,580 under an emergency award, with the latter funds being allocated to the Trust by NHS England.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069729
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043702-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
£97,431,220 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20256 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS SUFFOLK AND NORTH EAST ESSEX INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
TLH14 Suffolk CC

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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