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title: "Restorative Engagement in Maternity Services - Independent Co-Design Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f752"
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buyer: "EAST KENT HOSPITALS UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# Restorative Engagement in Maternity Services - Independent Co-Design Programme

Buyer: EAST KENT HOSPITALS UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f752

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "Restorative Engagement in Maternity Services - Independent Co-Design Programme," is managed by EAST KENT HOSPITALS UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST. It falls under the industry category of development consultancy and counselling services, focusing on trauma-informed, consent-based restorative programmes in maternity services based in Canterbury, United Kingdom. This procurement is at the award stage following a direct procurement method conducted without competition, as it is below the threshold. The contract, awarded to CareSafe Solutions Ltd., commenced on 1 January 2025 and extends until 31 March 2026. This initiative links directly to improvements recommended by the October 2022 report, "Reading the Signals: Maternity and Neonatal Services in East Kent," aiming to enhance service delivery through co-designed approaches.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy and counselling services, particularly those focused on trauma and restorative practices. The programme is tailor-made for organisations capable of delivering insights into improving maternity services and fostering engagement through design collaboration. The contract with CareSafe Solutions Ltd. demonstrates a valuable partnership between businesses and public institutions, enabling service providers to utilise their expertise to influence and improve healthcare services. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those with experience in public health and consultancy within the healthcare sector, would find this project highly attractive for growth and expanding their portfolio.

## Notice

Following recommendations from "Reading the Signals: Maternity and Neonatal Services in East Kent" (October 2022), the Contracting Authority has engaged an independent specialist to facilitate a trauma-informed, consent-based restorative programme. CareSafe Solutions Ltd will co-design approaches with senior EKHUFT maternity staff and families who consented to participate, centring women's voices and lived experience to inform service improvements. Outputs include a co-designed improvement plan, agreed changes to listening/feedback practices, and a thematic report with anonymisation/redaction. Context reference: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/maternity-and-neonatal-services-in-east-kent-reading-the-signals-report

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083610-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £8,500 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST KENT HOSPITALS UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | CANTERBURY |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT1 3NG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Canterbury |
| Electoral ward | Barton |
| Westminster constituency | Canterbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARESAFE SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 73220000 - Development consultancy services
- 85312320 - Counselling services

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2025 at 08:55 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083610-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083610-2025
  17th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/maternity-and-neonatal-services-in-east-kent-reading-the-signals-report
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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