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"Follow Me" Project roll out - Hepatitis C Trust

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

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01 Jun 2026 at 15:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, involves the continuation of the "Follow Me" Project for the Hepatitis C Trust. This service falls under the category of miscellaneous health services, specifically targeting individuals at risk of Hepatitis C across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. As of 1st June 2026, this award has been completed following a direct award method. The previous three-year contract ends on 31st May 2026, and a new direct award ensures the continuation of this service without an open competitive process, due to the specialised nature of the project and the unique capability of the provider, The Hepatitis C Trust.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in public health and community outreach services, particularly those experienced in dealing with blood-borne viruses like Hepatitis C. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could benefit, especially if they focus on providing peer-led health interventions and have a history of working with vulnerable or at-risk populations. The project’s emphasis on peer support and community engagement aligns well with organisations skilled in these areas, creating potential avenues for growth and collaboration in public health initiatives targeted at reducing the burden of Hepatitis C.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

"Follow Me" Project roll out - Hepatitis C Trust

Notice Description

This contract relates to the continuation of the existing Hepatitis C Trust (HCT) Follow Me Project, an established peer-led Hepatitis C (HCV) testing and treatment engagement service operating across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. The current three-year contract expires on 31st May 2026, and this briefing outlines the scope, rationale and value of maintaining the service beyond this date. The service targets people who use drugs and other inclusion health groups who are at increased risk of blood borne viruses (BBVs), particularly Hepatitis C. It plays a critical role in prevention, early diagnosis, linkage to care and treatment completion, thereby contributing to improved health outcomes and reduced demand on acute health services. The Follow Me Project is a peer-led intervention, delivered by trained staff and volunteer peers with lived experience of Hepatitis C. The model is designed to overcome barriers to engagement with traditional clinical pathways by delivering outreach-based testing, harm reduction advice and sustained peer support. A direct award was selected due to the specialist nature of the service, the clear evidence of a single capable provider, and the need to maintain continuity of a well-embedded peer-led model. Alternative procurement routes were not considered proportionate, as disruption would risk destabilising established clinical pathways and progress towards national Hepatitis C elimination priorities.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract relates to the continuation of the existing Hepatitis C Trust (HCT) Follow Me Project, an established peer-led Hepatitis C (HCV) testing and treatment engagement service operating across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. The current three-year contract expires on 31st May 2026, and this briefing outlines the scope, rationale and value of maintaining the service beyond this date. The service targets people who use drugs and other inclusion health groups who are at increased risk of blood borne viruses (BBVs), particularly Hepatitis C. It plays a critical role in prevention, early diagnosis, linkage to care and treatment completion, thereby contributing to improved health outcomes and reduced demand on acute health services. The Follow Me Project is a peer-led intervention, delivered by trained staff and volunteer peers with lived experience of Hepatitis C. The model is designed to overcome barriers to engagement with traditional clinical pathways by delivering outreach-based testing, harm reduction advice and sustained peer support. Key elements include: - Community-based HCV testing in high-prevalence settings - Peer support to reduce stigma and increase engagement - Active linkage to clinical services and treatment pathways - Ongoing support for individuals lost to follow-up A direct award was selected due to the specialist nature of the service, the clear evidence of a single capable provider, and the need to maintain continuity of a well-embedded peer-led model. Alternative procurement routes were not considered proportionate, as disruption would risk destabilising established clinical pathways and progress towards national Hepatitis C elimination priorities. Additional information: Direct Award to The Hepatitis C Trust via the Direct Award Process 1 (DAP1) under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR).

Procurement Information

A direct award was selected due to the specialist nature of the service, the clear evidence of a single capable provider, and the need to maintain continuity of a well-embedded peer-led model. Alternative procurement routes were not considered proportionate, as disruption would risk destabilising established clinical pathways and progress towards national Hepatitis C elimination priorities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aaa8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051525-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 4HH
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Heath
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

The Hepatitis C Trust

Further Information

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