--- title: "Lived Experience Framework - Framework Ref: AG23606/LEF Window 2" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ec9a4199-26f8-424b-aba9-d727292111d3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ec9a4199-26f8-424b-aba9-d727292111d3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ec9a4199-26f8-424b-aba9-d727292111d3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ec9a4199-26f8-424b-aba9-d727292111d3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT" published: "2025-09-24" --- # Lived Experience Framework - Framework Ref: AG23606/LEF Window 2 Buyer: NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ec9a4199-26f8-424b-aba9-d727292111d3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ec9a4199-26f8-424b-aba9-d727292111d3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ec9a4199-26f8-424b-aba9-d727292111d3.json) ## Summary NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit is inviting tenders for the "Lived Experience Framework - Framework Ref: AG23606/LEF Window 2". This procurement process is in the tender stage and seeks to expand an existing multi-provider framework agreement, allowing new providers to contribute lived experience services across various NHS sectors such as Health & Justice, Armed Forces, and more. The procurement is categorised under Administrative healthcare services, with an open procedure above the threshold. The relevant documents were published on 24th September 2025, and the deadline to submit tenders is set for 24th October 2025. The framework can be utilised by any NHS organisation within the United Kingdom. This tender offers burgeoning growth opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those that can provide expertise in engaging with diverse sectors such as justice, armed forces, and sexual assault referral services. While SMEs and VCSEs are not specifically prioritised, businesses with experience in delivering comprehensive and adaptable lived experience frameworks will find this opportunity particularly beneficial. The framework will commence on 1st February 2026 and extend until 11th July 2028, presenting a significant time frame for contributing to critical healthcare services. Businesses capable of scaling their offerings to meet the anticipated diverse needs across the NHS will be well-suited to thrive under this framework agreement. ## Notice NHS England Central Health & Justice team, has an established multi-Provider Framework Agreement for the provision of Lived Experience services and wishes to open a new window (window 2) to allow new providers to apply. The aim of this framework agreement is to implement a compliant and streamlined route to market for NHS organisations to facilitate the procurement of a wide range of services relating to procuring lived experience input across: - Health & Justice sector - Armed Forces sector - Sexual Assault Referral Services (SARCs) - Children & Young People services - Domestic Abuse & Sexual Violence - Learning Disability, Neurodiversity & Autism - Migrant Health This Framework can be used by any NHS organisation in England including ICBs, CSUs, NHS Trusts and Foundation Trusts. To express an interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis esourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. ATAMIS Project reference is:C390369 Further Framework Windows are anticipated in the future for other specialist sectors. The Commissioner reserves the right to amend or add new lot(s) from time to time to ensure patient needs are met throughout the lifetime of this framework We cannot guarantee to successful suppliers any business through this framework agreement. Spend and volumes may vary Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74bc8f0d-9832-4e07-a534-5d32014e58bf | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Sep 2025 | | Submission deadline | 24 Oct 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 11 Jul 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT | | Locality | NOTTINGHAM ROAD | | Post town | Derby | | Postcode | DE1 3QT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby | | Local authority | Derby | | Electoral ward | Darley | | Westminster constituency | Derby North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services ### Codes - 75122000 - Administrative healthcare services ## Release History - 24 Sep 2025 at 15:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74bc8f0d-9832-4e07-a534-5d32014e58bf ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74bc8f0d-9832-4e07-a534-5d32014e58bf 24th September 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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