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NHS Somerset ICB - Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs)

NHS SOMERSET INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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23 Jun 2026 at 13:10

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process involves the NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board (ICB) initiating an intention to award notice under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) regulations for the provision of Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs) services. The contract is set to span from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2030 and is valued at £13,434,965.17. Located in Somerset, this contract falls under the services category of miscellaneous health services, specifically targeting mental health support within the region. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the publication of the notice marking the start of a standstill period, allowing representations by providers to be submitted by 3rd July 2026. The procurement method used is a limited procedure which did not involve prior publication of a call for competition, aligning with the specific regulations of the PSR.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with expertise in mental health support, to expand their influence and service reach within the educational and health sectors of Somerset. Companies with a proven track record in delivering community and school-based mental health interventions, driving integration and collaboration across sectors such as health, education, and social care, and enhancing service accessibility and social value stand to benefit significantly. The continuity of service provision is a key aspect, thus favouring firms that can demonstrate established partnerships and operational frameworks already recognised within the Somerset locality. The contract's provision for the expansion of MHST coverage aligns with national aspirations, thus providing a stable, growth-oriented opportunity for a capable provider looking to firmly establish itself in the public health service sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS Somerset ICB - Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs)

Notice Description

This is an Intention to Award Notice to award a contract using the Direct award C process under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) regulations for NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board (ICB) for the provision of Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs). MHSTs were introduced in Somerset in 2019 and have become an established component of the children and young people's mental health system. The national programme continues to expand towards an expectation of 100% pupil population coverage by December 2029. The proposed contract will continue the existing MHST model within Somerset, while supporting the planned expansion of coverage in line with national requirements. Locally, MHSTs are delivering strong outcomes and are well-regarded by schools, children and young people and system partners. A 2025 review of the service confirmed its effectiveness and overall positive performance whilst identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, including strengthening integration, improving productivity and supporting continued expansion The provider has successfully delivered MHST services within Somerset and has established workforce, governance, operational and safeguarding arrangements necessary to support delivery across educational settings, including: * Established relationships with schools and educational settings across Somerset * Experience supporting children and young people with emotional wellbeing and mental health needs * Delivery of community and school-based interventions * partnership working across health, education, social care and other voluntary sector organisations * Established referral, escalation and safeguarding processes. The provider additionally demonstrates the organisational infrastructure and workforce capability required to support delivery of MHST functions within educational settings, including engagement activity, early intervention support, partnership working and operational coordination across Somerset localities. The contract period is 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2030. The total combined contract value is PS 13,434,965.17 The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by midnight 3rd July 2026. This exercise was carried out by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board, supported by NHS South Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW), along with the publication of this notice. This contract had not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under PSR.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is an Intention to Award Notice to award a contract using the Direct Award C process under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) regulations for NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board (ICB) for the provision of the voluntary sector component of Somerset's Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs). Direct Award C has been used for the award of this contract. The existing provider is satisfying the original contract and will likely satisfy the proposed new contract. The services provided are the service specification are not changing considerably from those delivered under the existing contract. MHSTs were introduced in Somerset in 2019 and are now an established component of the children and young people's mental health system. The national programme continues to expand towards an expectation of 100% population coverage by December 2029. The proposed contract will support continuation of the existing MHST model within Somerset, whilst enabling planned coverage in line with national requirements. Locally, MHSTs are delivering positive outcomes and are well regarded by schools, children and young people and system partners. A review of the service undertaken in 2025 confirmed its effectiveness and overall positive performance whilst identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, including strengthening integration, improving productivity and supporting continued expansion. The provider has successfully delivered MHST services within Somerset and has established the workforce, governance, operational and safeguarding arrangements necessary to support delivery across educational settings and localities, including: * Established relationships with schools and educational settings across Somerset * Experience supporting children and young people with emotional wellbeing and mental health needs * Delivery of community and school-based interventions * partnership working across health, education, social care and other voluntary sector organisations * Established referral, escalation and safeguarding processes. The provider additionally demonstrates the organisational infrastructure and workforce capability required to support delivery of MHST functions within educational settings, including engagement activity, early intervention support, partnership working and operational coordination across Somerset localities. Following consideration of the key criteria set out within the Provider Selection Regime, NHS Somerset ICB concluded that awarding a further contract to the existing provider represents the most appropriate approach to secure continuity of service delivery and maintain established relationships with schools, children and young people and system partners. The contract period is 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2030. The total combined contract value is PS13,434,965.17 The proposed contract period provides continuity of the existing MHST service model whilst supporting planned expansion towards national coverage expectations. Future commissioning arrangements beyond March 2030 will be considered during the lifetime of the contract. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by midnight 3rd July 2026. This exercise was carried out by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board, supported by NHS South Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW), along with the publication of this notice. This contract had not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under PSR.

Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by 3rd July 2026. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bb0f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058944-2026
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
Large

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
£13,434,965 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20263 months ago
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
NHS SOMERSET INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIDGWATER
Postcode
TA6 4RN
Postcode Area
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK23 Somerset CC
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bridgwater East & Bawdrip
Westminster Constituency
Bridgwater

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Young Somerset

Further Information

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