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title: "Place of Calm Service"
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buyer: "NHS BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET, SWINDON AND WILTSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD"
published: "2026-05-20"
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# Place of Calm Service

Buyer: NHS BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET, SWINDON AND WILTSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065671

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## Summary

The procurement for the "Place of Calm Service" has been updated and is managed by the NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. This procurement falls under the health services category and is located in the UK, specifically in the region UKK15. It uses the Direct Award Process C under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and has been awarded to the existing provider, Bath MIND. The contract covers a 24-month period from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2028, with a total approximate value of £432,497, including an NHS cost uplift factor (CUF). The procurement stage is currently at the tender update, following prior intents to award under the PSR regulatory framework.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities within the health services sector, particularly for organisations specialising in mental health and support services. Businesses that are well-suited for this contract are those with experience in mental health crisis management and community health services, given the contract's focus on providing immediate support and promoting mental well-being. Additionally, organisations that prioritise quality, innovation, value, and social value are deemed advantageous in meeting the selection criteria, further facilitating integration and collaboration within the healthcare framework. This builds sustainable services aimed at reducing health inequalities and improving access for vulnerable populations, creating a collaborative environment for growth and expansion in the healthcare market.

## Notice

Breathing Space operates as a space for individuals who are suffering from mental health issues or emotional distress to be able to visit and receive immediate support. The service is aimed at anyone who is at risk of a mental health crisis or who is struggling to manage their mental wellbeing and would benefit from professional support. Direct Award C has been used for the award of this contract. The existing provider is satisfying the original contract and will likely satisfy the proposed new contract. The services provided are the service specification are not changing considerably This contract is for a period of 24 months from 01/04/26 to 31/03/28. This Notice has been published by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Breathing Space operates as a space for individuals who are suffering from mental health issues or emotional distress to be able to visit and receive immediate support. The service is aimed at anyone who is at risk of a mental health crisis or who is struggling to manage their mental wellbeing and would benefit from professional support. The service is open daily from 17.30 to 23.00, 365 days a year and offers a space where individuals can engage in activities and access emotional support from a team who can help with crisis prevention and create short-term plans for well-being. The service also includes signposting and referrals to other services that support recovery, resilience, and overall mental health. Breathing Space is available to anyone aged 16 or older who lives in or is registered with a GP in Bath and Northeast Somerset. The service can be accessed by calling their Freephone number or by emailing before 5pm to complete a referral. Direct Award C has been used for the award of this contract. The existing provider is satisfying the original contract and will likely satisfy the proposed new contract. The services provided are the service specification are not changing considerably The Commissioner made the decision of directly awarding the incumbent Provider Bath Mind in accordance with the following five criteria outlined in Regulation (9) of the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023: * Quality and innovation * Value * Integration, collaboration, and service sustainability * Improving access, reducing health inequalities and facilitating choice * Social value The authority is assured that the current provider is delivering this service and outcomes to a satisfactory level and meeting the needs of the Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Population and provides support for individuals, families and professionals who are suffering from mental health issues or emotional distress to be able to visit and receive immediate support. The approximate lifetime value of the contract is PS432,497 plus NHS cost uplift factor (CUF). The contract is for two years (1 April 2026 to 31 March 2028). 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 and The Procurement Act 2023 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 27th February 2026 (8 working days following publication of intention to award notice). This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. This Notice has been published by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners.

### 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 the relevant authority by 27th February 2026 (8 working days following publication of intention to award notice). 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/046461-2026 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £432,497 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET, SWINDON AND WILTSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD |
| Locality | CHIPPENHAM |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN15 1GG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Chippenham Monkton |
| Westminster constituency | Chippenham |
| Delivery location | TLK15 Wiltshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BATH MIND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services
- 85323000 - Community health services

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 13:42 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046461-2026
- 17 Feb 2026 at 16:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014484-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://bsw.icb.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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