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title: "Outcome from the invitation to submit bids for Priorities of the Learning Disability and Autism Transformation Group"
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buyer: "BIRMINGHAM & SOLIHULL MENTAL HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# Outcome from the invitation to submit bids for Priorities of the Learning Disability and Autism Transformation Group

Buyer: BIRMINGHAM & SOLIHULL MENTAL HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0652e8

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## Summary

The Birmingham & Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is engaging in a procurement process titled "Outcome from the invitation to submit bids for Priorities of the Learning Disability and Autism Transformation Group," which falls under miscellaneous health services. This procurement is categorized as a service, focusing on priorities associated with the Learning Disability and Autism Transformation Group. Located in Birmingham, UKG31, the procurement stage is now in the tender update phase, reflecting the completed award process under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), bypassing the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Key dates include the commencement of awarded contracts from 1 March 2026, lasting over 18 months. The procurement method utilised a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, signifying a focus on selecting the most suitable providers.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, especially for organisations within the health services industry that align with transformation priorities for learning disabilities and autism. Recognized entities such as Solihull Action Through Advocacy, Ways for Wellbeing, and Autism West Midlands demonstrate that both SMEs and large organisations can flourish through participation. The process marked a standstill period for representation until 23 February 2026, allowing various businesses to propose solutions conducive to achieving desired outcomes. Given the scope including contracts for diverse services, businesses that offer innovative health solutions or possess expertise in advocacy and specialised care may find these opportunities appealing to enhance their service portfolios and contribute meaningfully to regional healthcare transformation initiatives.

## Notice

Invitation to submit bids for funding relating to the priorities of the Learning Disability and Autism Transformation Group

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement involved an invitation to submit bids for funding relating to the priorities of the Learning Disability and Autism Transformation Group. This notice is an intention to award a contract under the most suitable provider process to a number of successful providers. The approximate lifetime value of the contract is PS966,275 for 18 month period, contract commencement date of 01/03/2026. The contracts are to be awarded for new services, to a range of providers currently commissioned and newly commissioned in Birmingham and Solihull.

Options: Dependant on the availability of funding and the outputs of the pilots, the contracting authority reserves the right to continue the services.

### Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. 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 23 February 2026. 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/016660-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £966,275 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BIRMINGHAM & SOLIHULL MENTAL HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLG3 West Midlands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 10 |
| Supplier names | AUTISM WEST MIDLANDS; BFB LABS; BIRMINGHAM DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTRE; BIRMINGHAM IRISH ASSOCIATION; FLOURISH COMMUNITY HEALTH COLLABORATIVE; ORDINARY MAGIC; SEVEN UP CHARITY; SOLIHULL ACTION THROUGH ADVOCACY; ST ANDREWS HEALTHCARE; WAYS FOR WELLBEING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2026 at 16:52 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016660-2026
- 12 Feb 2026 at 14:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013001-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bsmhft.nhs.uk

## Provenance

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