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title: "Kent & Medway Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Long Covid"
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published: "2026-04-27"
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# Kent & Medway Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Long Covid

Buyer: NHS KENT AND MEDWAY INTEGRATED CARE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05fefb

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## Summary

NHS Kent & Medway Integrated Care Board is leading a procurement process under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023 for a competitive contract to deliver services for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Long Covid in Kent and Medway. The process is currently at the award stage, with an intention to award a contract valued at approximately £8,969,998, expected to commence in September 2026 for an initial period of three years, with the option to extend for two additional years. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, prioritising services in the health industry category at the location identified as UKJ4. Key criteria for selection included quality and innovation, value, service sustainability, social value, and reducing health inequalities. Representations regarding this intention must be submitted by 11th May 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those with innovative approaches to managing long-term conditions like ME/CFS and Long Covid. Firms possessing strong capabilities in delivering integrated healthcare solutions and managing diverse, multidisciplinary teams would be well-positioned to participate. The requirements emphasise early diagnosis, personalised care, and the integration of support tailored to both adults and transitioning young people. Offering virtual and in-person services, with pathways dedicated to severely affected patients, the contract is poised to foster business growth for experienced providers eager to collaborate with NHS services and expand their market presence in delivering complex healthcare programs in the UK.

## Notice

NHS Kent & Medway Integrated Care Board have undertaken a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Competitive Process for a Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Long Covid Service in Kent and Medway. The contract duration will be for an initial period of 3 years with an option to extend for up to a further 2 years as required.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Kent & Medway Integrated Care Board have undertaken a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Competitive Process for a Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Long Covid Service in Kent and Medway. The contract duration will be for an initial period of 3 years with an option to extend for up to a further 2 years as required.

To provide an integrated specialist service for adults (and transitioning young people) with suspected or diagnosed ME/CFS and/or Long Covid across Kent and Medway.

Key Features of the Service:
* Early diagnosis and personalised care planning
* Multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach including medical, nursing, AHPs, and care coordinators
* Virtual and in-person support options
* Integration with primary care, community services, and voluntary sector
* Support for self-management, rehabilitation, and return to work/education
* Dedicated pathways for severely affected patients, including home-based care
* Transition support for young people moving from paediatric to adult services

To provide full end to end pathway for patients with Long Covid & Chronic Fatigue. It includes diagnostics, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery support and delivery of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Long Covid to meet the clinic specification in the recently revised national guide for post-COVID syndrome assessment clinics. To support serious debilitating conditions that can follow any type of viral infection. Both conditions have key symptoms in common and there may be similar level of functional impairment in in both. However, there are some important differences that distinguish some people with Long Covid from those with ME/CFS.

This contract relates to an existing service with the intention to award being made to a new provider.

The contract will commence September 2026 for 3 years with the Commissioner having the option
to extend the Contract for a further 2 years.

Options: Contract may be extended for up to 2 years

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037843-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,500,000 |
| Lots value | £9,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £8,969,998 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS KENT AND MEDWAY INTEGRATED CARE BOARD |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME15 6NB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | High Street |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | TLJ4 Kent |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CONNECT HEALTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 08:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037843-2026
- 5 Jan 2026 at 09:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000147-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.england.nhs.uk/
- https://www.kentandmedway.icb.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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