--- title: "Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism: Assessment and Diagnosis, NHS Talking Therapies and Crisis Services (SBS10239)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0497db" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0497db" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0497db.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0497db.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES" published: "2025-03-24" --- # Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism: Assessment and Diagnosis, NHS Talking Therapies and Crisis Services (SBS10239) Buyer: N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0497db [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0497db) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0497db.json) ## Summary NHS Shared Business Services Limited (NHS SBS) is setting up a Framework Agreement for the provision of Mental Health, Learning Disability, and Autism services, including Assessment and Diagnosis, NHS Talking Therapies, and Crisis Services. This framework is intended for use by NHS and Social Care organisations, as well as other public and private sector bodies authorised by NHS SBS. This procurement process falls under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and is distinct from the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The Framework Agreement is scheduled to commence on 14th April 2025 and conclude on 13th April 2029. The total estimated value of the Framework Agreement is £70 million over its four-year term. Key criteria include quality and innovation, integration, collaboration, service sustainability, access improvement, health inequality reduction, and social value. This tender is in the award stage, representing significant business opportunities for service providers. The creation of this Framework Agreement opens substantial opportunities for businesses within the health and social work services sector, specifically those focused on mental health, learning disabilities, and autism. Companies offering high-quality clinical assessments, NHS Talking Therapies, and crisis intervention services could benefit immensely from the structured and long-term nature of this framework. The procurement method prioritises sustainability and social value, making it well-suited for providers that emphasise these elements. SMEs and large organisations alike are encouraged to apply, especially those with accredited professionals and innovative service models. This tender offers a competitive edge for businesses committed to improving mental health services across various demographics, including children, young people, adults, and the elderly. Reopening the competition throughout the framework's lifecycle ensures continued opportunities for new and existing providers. ## Notice NHS Shared Business Services Limited (NHS SBS) act in an Agency capacity for and on behalf of its customers (Approved Organisations) - existing and new. These comprise of NHS and Social Care organisations (whether acting individually, or on behalf of, or together as members of any consortia) along with any other public or private sector bodies which NHS SBS authorises to use the resulting Framework. NHS Shared Business Services Limited (NHS SBS) intends to put in place a Framework Agreement for the provision of Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism: Assessment and Diagnosis, NHS Talking Therapies and Crisis Services to be used by NHS SBS Approved Organisations. Approved Organisations are NHS and Social Care organisations (whether acting individually, or on behalf of, or together as members of any consortia) or any combined authority, integrated care board, local authority, NHS England, NHS foundation trust, NHS trust or any other body listed as a "relevant authority" in the National Health Service Act 2006, which the Authority authorises to use the resulting Framework. Our Approved Organisation list can be found on: https://sbs.nhs.uk/proc-framework-agreements-support We are committed to working with suppliers who are dedicated to Sustainability and Social Value and there will be a significant weighting on these elements in the tender. ### Lot Information Assessment and Diagnosis The Assessment and Diagnosis lot will include a range of services and clinical assessments used in the diagnosis of common mental health conditions, severe mental illness, and neurological conditions. The lot will also include provision for ongoing assessments. Services will be available for Children and Young People, Adults and Older People and will include, but are not limited to: * Neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and ADHD * Coexisting frailty * Coexisting neurodevelopmental conditions * Common mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression * Children and Young People with multiple needs * Co-occurring drug or alcohol-use disorders, and other addiction disorders, including gambling * Eating disorders * Health and Social care * Learning disabilities * Psychiatric severe mental health illnesses such as psychosis or bipolar disorder This notice is an intention to conclude a framework agreement using the competitive process. The approximate lifetime value of the Framework is PS70,000,000. All relevant authorities in England are eligible to call off services under this resulting framework agreement. The duration of the framework agreement is 4 years from commencement date. This is for new services to as a compliant route to market for existing services. Additional information: Under the Provider Selection Regime, the Authority reserves the right to reopen the competition to new bidders at any time throughout the lifecycle of this Framework. Reopening will be advertised as required under PSR legislation and conducted via our sourcing portal using the same evaluation criteria for all bidder submissions. Options: Under the Provider Selection Regime, the Authority reserves the right to reopen the competition to new bidders at any time throughout the lifecycle of this Framework. Reopening will be advertised as required under PSR legislation and conducted via our sourcing portal using the same evaluation criteria for all bidder submissions. Renewal: Framework due for renewal in April 2029 NHS Talking Therapies The NHS Talking Therapies lot is for the provision of NHS Talking Therapies, Counselling, and Psychotherapy. This lot must be delivered by a clinical workforce who are fully and appropriately trained and supervised. NHS Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression provide treatment for people with the following common mental health problems: * Agoraphobia * Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) * Depression * Generalised anxiety disorder * Health anxiety (hypochondriasis) * Mixed depression and anxiety (the term for sub-syndromal depression and anxiety, rather than both depression and anxiety) * Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) * Panic disorder * Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) * Social anxiety disorder * Specific phobias (such as heights, flying, spiders etc.) This notice is an intention to conclude a framework agreement using the competitive process. The approximate lifetime value of the Framework is PS70,000,000. All relevant authorities in England are eligible to call off services under this resulting framework agreement. The duration of the framework agreement is 4 years from commencement date. This is for new services to as a compliant route to market for existing services. Options: Under the Provider Selection Regime, the Authority reserves the right to reopen the competition to new bidders at any time throughout the lifecycle of this Framework. Reopening will be advertised as required under PSR legislation and conducted via our sourcing portal using the same evaluation criteria for all bidder submissions. Renewal: Framework due for renewal in April 2029 Crisis Services The Crisis Services lot is focused on relapse prevention, assisting Approved Organisations respond to patients including Children and Young People, Adults and Older People at times when their mental health and/or social situation has deteriorated to the point they are at considerable risk and require additional support to remain in their current accommodation and/or prevent further harm. Services provided under this lot are intended as an alternative to A&E or inpatient psychiatric admission and include, but are not limited to: * 24/7 telephone helplines * Crisis Home Treatment Teams (CRHTT) In addition, for Children and Young People: * 24/7 assessments and brief response * Extended hours intervention and community provision * Extended hours intensive community care This notice is an intention to conclude a framework agreement using the competitive process. The approximate lifetime value of the Framework is PS70,000,000. All relevant authorities in England are eligible to call off services under this resulting framework agreement. The duration of the framework agreement is 4 years from commencement date. This is for new services to as a compliant route to market for existing services. Options: Under the Provider Selection Regime, the Authority reserves the right to reopen the competition to new bidders at any time throughout the lifecycle of this Framework. Reopening will be advertised as required under PSR legislation and conducted via our sourcing portal using the same evaluation criteria for all bidder submissions. Renewal: Framework due for renewal in April 2029 ### Procurement Information 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 decision makers by 14/03/2025. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010918-2025 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | 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, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Mar 2025 | | Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 3 Mar 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £70,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £70,000,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES | | Additional buyers | NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED | | Locality | HEMEL HEMPSTED | | Post town | Hemel Hempstead | | Postcode | HP2 7AH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire | | Local authority | Dacorum | | Electoral ward | Adeyfield East | | Westminster constituency | Hemel Hempstead | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 29 | | Supplier names | ABL HEALTH; ARLSON PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES LTD - TRADING AS THE ROOMS OF KNUTSFORD; BIRMINGHAM MIND (BIRMINGHAM ASSOCIATION FOR MENTAL HEALTH; BRENT, WANDSWORTH AND WESTMINSTER MIND; CHASE LODGE HEALTH; CLINICAL PARTNERS; EVERYTURN SERVICES LIMITED T/A EVERYTURN MENTAL HEALTH; HAMMERSMITH AND FULHAM ASSOCIATION FOR MENTAL HEALTH; HELLOSELF; HELP 4 PSYCHOLOGY SERVICES; ICS OPERATIONS LIMITED T/A XYLA; ID MEDICAL GROUP; INDEPENDENCE SUPPORT; INGEUS; KOOTH DIGITAL HEALTH; MANTLE PSYCHOLOGY; MIND IN WEST ESSEX; ONEBRIGHT; PSICON; REMOTE MEDICAL INTERNATIONAL; SELF HELP SERVICES T/A THE BIG LIFE; SEVEN CARE SERVICES; SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY WEST MIDLANDS; ST ANDREW'S HEALTHCARE; STAFF PARTNERS MENTAL HEALTH; SUNDERLAND COUNSELLING SERVICE; THE AUTISM ASSESSMENT SERVICE; THE OWL CENTRE; VITA HEALTH SOLUTIONS T/A RIGHT CORECARE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 24 Mar 2025 at 14:03 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010918-2025 - 3 Mar 2025 at 11:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007645-2025 - 3 Sep 2024 at 15:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028193-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.HelloSelf.com - http://www.ablhealth.co.uk - http://www.autismassessment.co.uk - http://www.birminghammind.org - http://www.bwwmind.org.uk - http://www.chaselodgehospital.com - http://www.everyturn.org - http://www.hfehmind.org.uk - http://www.koothplc.com - http://www.onebright.com - http://www.sevencareservices.org - http://www.sunderlandcounselling.org.uk - http://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk - https://discovery.ariba.com/rfx/20838011 - https://ingeus.co.uk/ - https://rmiglobalsolutions.com/mental-health-clinics/ - https://sbs.nhs.uk/proc-framework-agreements-support - https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/ - https://www.help4psychology.co.uk/ - https://www.isl-org.uk - https://www.mindinwestessex.org.uk/ - https://www.psicon.co.uk/ - https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/ - https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/nhs-sbs-about-us - https://www.selfhelpservices.org.uk/ - https://www.staffpartnershealthcare.com - https://www.theowl.org/ - https://xylaservices.com/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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