Planning

Preliminary Market Engagement - Freedom to Speak Up (FTSU) Services

CROYDON HEALTH SERVICES NHS TRUST

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UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
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18 May 2026 at 10:19

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is initiating a tender process for the provision of Freedom to Speak Up (FTSU) services, specifically targeting human resources management consultancy, specialist training, and staff development services. This planning stage involves market engagement to assess potential service providers' capabilities for services such as Independent Speak Up Guardian provision, case handling, data reporting, and organisational culture improvement. The contract is set in the UKI region, with relevant deadlines including a due date for expressions of interest on 25th May 2026, while a future notice is expected by 1st June 2026. The procurement is above threshold and primarily open to SMEs and VCSEs, indicating a favourable opportunity for diverse business involvement. The estimated contract duration spans from 18th September 2026 to 17th September 2029, with potential extensions up to 2031.

This tender is a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy, training, and HR services to expand their portfolio by engaging with a public sector client. Companies experienced in delivering innovative service models and demonstrating strong capabilities in fostering positive organisational culture and employee support are well-suited to compete. The contract's substantial value, alongside its applicability to SMEs and VCSEs, offers promising prospects for growth and collaboration with central government authorities, specifically within the NHS framework. The structured engagement process allows interested parties to actively influence future tender specifications, ensuring alignment with market strengths and emerging trends.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Preliminary Market Engagement - Freedom to Speak Up (FTSU) Services

Notice Description

The purpose of this preliminary market engagement is to understand current capacity and capability in relation to the provision of Freedom to Speak Up (FTSU) services. The indicative scope of services may include: - Independent Speak Up Guardian provision - Case handling and triage - Data reporting and thematic analysis - Training and awareness activities - Support for organisational culture improvement The Authority is seeking to better understand available service models, innovation and market capability to help inform the development of a future tender opportunity.

Planning Information

Interested suppliers are invited to submit a brief expression of interest and capability overview to HRPSProcurement@stgeorges.nhs.uk by the stated deadline. Responses should include a concise overview of the organisation, relevant experience and capability, indicative approach to service delivery, and any additional information the supplier considers relevant to inform the Authority's understanding of the market and potential delivery options. Responses will be used for market understanding only and will not form part of any future evaluation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069acc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045278-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

79633000 - Staff development services

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£492,909 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Sep 2026 - 17 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROYDON HEALTH SERVICES NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CROYDON
Postcode
CR7 7YE
Post Town
Croydon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI62 Croydon
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Croydon
Electoral Ward
West Thornton
Westminster Constituency
Croydon West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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