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title: "National Framework Agreement for the provision of Mental Health and Wellbeing Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059c19"
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buyer: "COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-06-08"
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# National Framework Agreement for the provision of Mental Health and Wellbeing Services

Buyer: COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059c19

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## Summary

The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has initiated a National Framework Agreement for the provision of Mental Health and Wellbeing Services, intending to deliver services for young people and adults either virtually or in person across various regions of the UK including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, UKK, and UKL. The procurement is at the award stage, and the framework is designed for a lifetime value of £135,000,000. Under an open procedure procurement method, the framework will adhere to The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and The Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025. The most recent activity in the procurement included active awards to suppliers such as AbleWay Support Ltd, with key deadlines for provider representation by 18th June 2026, ensuring compliance and stakeholder engagement.

This framework presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialized in health and well-being services. As the framework is open to ongoing applications from new providers, businesses can continuously apply and participate without obligation for previously appointed providers to reapply. With essential criteria focusing on social value, quality, innovation, and sustainability, companies that excel in integrated health services, technology-driven health solutions, and innovative mental health interventions will be well-suited to compete. The comprehensive scope of service delivery and significant budget allocation offers a vast landscape for service diversification and expansion for businesses engaged in mental health and wellbeing industries.

## Notice

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The overall aim of the Framework Agreement is to provide Mental Health and Wellbeing services for young people, adults or both. The Framework intends to cover a range of services that fall within the scope of Mental Health and Wellbeing services, delivered either virtually or in person. This is a Framework under The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and The Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025 In accordance with Regulation 17 of The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and Regulation 17 of The Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025, the Framework will be open to applications from new potential Providers during the Term of the Framework. Previously appointed Providers are NOT obliged to re-apply. Further 'Intention to Award' notices will be published as and when new Providers are appointed.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The awarding of this framework agreement 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 and The Procurement Regulations 2024 do not apply to this award. The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by midnight at the end of 18th June 2026 to info@coch-cps.co.uk. Framework agreements have not yet been formally concluded; this notice serves as an intention to establish the framework agreements under the PSR. The award decision makers were two Senior Commercial Procurement Specialists, the Commercial Procurement Manager and the Director of Commercial Procurement Services. The Key Criteria were: * Social Value 10% * Value - Commercial Questionnaire 10% * Quality and Innovation 30% * Integration, collaboration, and service sustainability 30% * Improving access, reducing health inequalities, and facilitating choice 20% The framework will be available to all Relevant Authorities (and any future successors to these organisations). "Relevant Authority" is defined in section 12ZB(7) of the National Health Service Act 2006 and in section 10A(9) of the National Health Service (Wales) Act 2006. The overall aim of the Framework Agreement is to provide Mental Health and Wellbeing services for young people, adults or both. The Framework intends to cover a range of services that fall within the scope of Mental Health and Wellbeing services, delivered either virtually or in person. In accordance with Regulation 17 of The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and Regulation 17 of The Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025, new Providers may be added to this Framework during the Term of the Framework. Award of a Framework Agreement does not guarantee or imply any commitment to award a Call-off Contract by any Relevant Authority. Previously appointed Providers are NOT obliged to re-apply.

Renewal: The Framework may be renewed. If the Framework is renewed, the opportunity will be advertised in line with applicable regulations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053727-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2029 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £135,000,000 |
| Lots value | £135,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | CHESTER |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH2 1UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Upton |
| Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 10 |
| Supplier names | ABLEWAY SUPPORT; DR JULIAN MEDICAL GROUP; HEALIOS; MOODEASER; NEWBRIDGE CARE SYSTEMS, (TRADING AS SCHOEN CLINIC CHELSEA).; NEXTGEN HEALTHCARE SERVICES; PORTLAND CLINICAL; TELLMI; THE CENTRE FOR ADHD RESEARCH & EXCELLENCE; UNIVA HEALTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services
- 85312300 - Guidance and counselling services
- 85312310 - Guidance services
- 85312320 - Counselling services
- 85312330 - Family-planning services
- 85312400 - Welfare services not delivered through residential institutions
- 85312500 - Rehabilitation services
- 85312510 - Vocational rehabilitation services
- 85320000 - Social services

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2026 at 10:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053727-2026
- 18 May 2026 at 15:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045453-2026
- 14 May 2026 at 07:16 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044186-2026
- 1 Apr 2026 at 15:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030573-2026
- 12 Mar 2026 at 16:37 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022552-2026
- 3 Mar 2026 at 16:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019181-2026
- 27 Jan 2026 at 15:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007200-2026
- 17 Dec 2025 at 13:42 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083865-2025
- 10 Nov 2025 at 16:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072551-2025
- 17 Sep 2025 at 11:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057280-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.coch-cps.co.uk
- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.coch-cps.co.uk/
- https://www.coch.nhs.uk/

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