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TenderUpdate

01 Jun 2026 at 15:06

Tender

01 Jun 2026 at 14:51

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18 May 2026 at 10:24

Planning

18 May 2026 at 10:19

Summary of the contracting process

The Croydon Health Services NHS Trust has issued a tender notice for the provision of Freedom to Speak Up (FTSU) Guardian Services, aiming to appoint a qualified service provider to support staff with confidential and independent assistance. This procurement process is at the tender stage, with a completion timeline including a submission deadline on 26th June 2026, an enquiry period ending on 19th June 2026, and an anticipated award decision by 1st September 2026. The service, focusing on human resources management consultancy, is set within the Croydon region, UK, under an open procurement method described as a 'Competitive flexible procedure', with electronic submissions required. With a substantial estimated contract value of £591,490.80, the service will commence on 18th September 2026 and could extend through to September 2031, offering potential renewal options.

This tender presents notable growth opportunities for businesses specialising in human resources consultancy, staff development, and whistleblower support. Suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, it encourages diverse bidders capable of delivering high-quality independent support services. The opportunity to engage in a long-term contract with potential extensions suggests considerable business stability and growth prospects. The evaluation criteria will focus heavily on quality and social value, which are weighted at 70%, encouraging innovative, value-driven solutions from participants. Businesses with a strong track record in healthcare support services, and those equipped to comply with NHS standards and relevant legislative requirements, stand a good chance to succeed in this procurement.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Tender Notice - Freedom to Speak Up (FTSU) Guardian Services

Notice Description

South West London Procurement Partnership (SWLPP) on behalf of Croydon Health Services NHS Trust (The Contracting Authority) is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Service Provider to deliver Freedom to Speak Up (FTSU) Guardian Services. This service will include access to an appropriately trained and experienced named Guardian who can offer confidential, independent, and person-centred support to staff. The appointed provider will: - Deliver an independent, confidential, and impartial speaking up service - Support staff to raise concerns safely and without fear of detriment - Provide advice, support, and advocacy to staff raising concerns - Manage and triage concerns in line with NHS FTSU guidance - Provide reporting, insights, and thematic analysis to the Trust - Support organisational learning, improvement, and cultural development - Ensure compliance with: * NHS England FTSU policy * Workforce safety and whistleblowing standards * Relevant legislation (e.g. Public Interest Disclosure Act)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to extend for two (2) additional one-year periods

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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069acc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051544-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Sep 2026 - 17 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2026-09-01

Notice Status

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

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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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