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title: "Freedom to Speak Up Service 2026"
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# Freedom to Speak Up Service 2026

Buyer: COVENTRY AND WARWICKSHIRE PARTNERSHIP N H S TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-caa1bb6c-c4b5-40b2-ba63-b174dac095e9

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Freedom to Speak Up Service 2026" was conducted by the Coventry And Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust. This service falls under the miscellaneous services category, specifically advocacy services, aimed at supporting the Freedom to Speak Up Guardian Services. The procurement was executed using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. Located in Coventry, England, the procurement process has concluded with the status marked as complete. The tender period ended on 6th February 2026, and the contract commenced on 6th March 2026, running through to 12th April 2027. The total value of the contract is £479,020.44, and key dates like the award date on 4th March 2026 are noteworthy.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its emphasis on diverse supplier participation. Businesses that specialise in advocacy and support services, particularly those experienced in working within public healthcare systems, would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. Given that the service is scheduled over more than a year, it offers a stable opportunity for growth and relationship-building with a prominent healthcare trust in the region. The Guardian Service, an SME based in London, was successfully awarded the contract, showcasing potential for similar organisations to penetrate or expand within this sector.

## Notice

Freedom to Speak Up Guardian Services (Advocacy)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daf76041-ff83-4e29-9607-e4363364628b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Mar 2026 - 12 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £479,020 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £479,020 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COVENTRY AND WARWICKSHIRE PARTNERSHIP N H S TRUST |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV6 6NY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | Longford |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE GUARDIAN SERVICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98300000 - Miscellaneous services

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2026 at 15:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daf76041-ff83-4e29-9607-e4363364628b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daf76041-ff83-4e29-9607-e4363364628b
  8th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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