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title: "Expressions of Interest for Provision of Mental Health Crisis Alternatives Services for DDCCG: Derby Safe Haven and Crisis Cafes"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03309c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS DERBY AND DERBYSHIRE CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP"
published: "2022-04-26"
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# Expressions of Interest for Provision of Mental Health Crisis Alternatives Services for DDCCG: Derby Safe Haven and Crisis Cafes

Buyer: NHS DERBY AND DERBYSHIRE CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03309c

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## Summary

The NHS Derby and Derbyshire Clinical Commissioning Group (DDCCG) is currently initiating a tender for the "Expressions of Interest for Provision of Mental Health Crisis Alternatives Services," specifically the Derby Safe Haven and Crisis Cafes. This procurement is categorised under health services and is in the planning stage. Interested providers should note that the deadline for submissions of interest is by 16:00 on 5th May 2022. A Market Engagement Event is scheduled for 10th May 2022 to discuss service models and potential opportunities.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for organisations specialising in mental health services. Providers equipped to deliver out-of-hours mental health support, such as crisis intervention services, would find this procurement particularly relevant. Additionally, businesses capable of adapting their services to meet the specifications outlined in the tender will have a competitive edge, especially those looking to strengthen mental health resources in Derbyshire.

## Notice

NHS Arden & Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit (NHS Arden & GEM CSU) on behalf of NHS Derby and Derbyshire Clinical Commissioning Group (DDCCG) are inviting Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified providers to express their interest in delivering Mental Health Crisis Alternatives Services including Derby Safe Haven and Crisis Cafe provisions. These services are designed to promote good outcomes for people who self-define as needing urgent out of hours mental health support. They aim to be a genuine alternative for people who otherwise may present at ED/ A and E departments.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Arden & Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit (NHS Arden & GEM CSU) on behalf of NHS Derby and Derbyshire Clinical Commissioning Group (DDCCG) are inviting Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified providers to express their interest in delivering Mental Health Crisis Alternatives Services including Derby Safe Haven and Crisis Cafe provisions. These services are designed to promote good outcomes for people who self-define as needing urgent out of hours mental health support. They aim to be a genuine alternative for people who otherwise may present at ED/ A and E departments. Full descriptions and details of these services can be found within the Draft Service Specifications. The Draft Service Specifications are included within the attachments area of the project on EU-Supply (access link provided below). The aim of this Expression of Interest is to; 1. Allow the market visibility of the proposed opportunity; 2. To inform the CCG's decision-making process for the future commissioning of the Crisis Alternatives Services 3. To help refine the future commissioning and procurement approach 4. To gauge the level of interest from the market of capable providers with capacity to deliver maintain and strengthen services across Derbyshire as illustrated above 5. To invite feedback from potential providers/the market on the service specifications If you wish to express an interest, please register on the EU Supply Portal. The EU supply link is https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=UK ref ID no. 52579 Once registered please complete the questions which asks providers to give details about your organisation's details and interest in providing the services. Market Engagement Event: Please note that there will be a Market Engagement Event to discuss the model and potential future opportunities on Tuesday 10th May 2022 from 9.30am - 11.30am via Microsoft Teams. Further details can be found within the questionnaire. Bidders who have expressed an interest in this soft market testing exercise will have the opportunity to submit a separate response to the Contract Notice as applicable. The deadline for Expressions of Interest responses is by 16:00hrs on 5th May 2022. Please note this is a market testing exercise and does not commit the CCG to carry out a procurement process. Current services will remain in place during this period in line with existing contracts and service level agreements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010750-2022 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 22 May 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS DERBY AND DERBYSHIRE CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP |
| Locality | DERBY |
| 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 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 26 Apr 2022 at 15:09 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010750-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=UK
- https://www.ardengemcsu.nhs.uk/
- https://www.derbyandderbyshireccg.nhs.uk

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