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title: "NHS South Yorkshire ICB British Sign Language (BSL) Talking Therapies"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067c1c"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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published: "2026-04-02"
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# NHS South Yorkshire ICB British Sign Language (BSL) Talking Therapies

Buyer: NHS SOUTH YORKSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067c1c

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## Summary

NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board has announced a procurement process focused on providing British Sign Language (BSL) Talking Therapies across South Yorkshire, aimed at Deaf adults. This Provider Selection Regime (PSR) notice is subject to the Health Care Services Regulations 2023, with the intention to award a contract valued at £90,000 for a duration of two years. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 4th May 2026. The contract involves delivering counselling services in regions including Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, and Sheffield. Set within the health industry category, this tender seeks a provider to meet NICE guidance and enhance mental health service access and outcomes for Deaf BSL users.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in healthcare services, particularly those experienced in BSL and mental health practices. Businesses equipped with skilled BSL interpreters or those offering culturally appropriate counselling services will be well-poised to compete. The process is geared towards commissioning entities that can deliver accessible psychoeducation, self-help resources, and promote holistic wellbeing through collaboration with local health, social care, and voluntary sector organisations. Through this engagement, businesses can contribute to improving equity and health outcomes, positioning themselves as key contributors to community-based care in South Yorkshire.

## Notice

NHS South Yorkshire ICB British Sign Language (BSL) Talking Therapies

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intended approach notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.
The intention is to award a contract following the Most Suitable Provider Process.

The Provider is to be commissioned to deliver Talking Therapies in British Sign Language (BSL) for Deaf adults across South Yorkshire

The value of the contract is PS90,000 for a 2 year contract duration.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Service aims and desired outcomes
* Deliver Talking Therapies that meet NICE guidance, provided directly in British Sign Language (BSL) for Deaf service users in South Yorkshire.
* Increase access to psychological therapies for Deaf BSL users, reducing barriers and improving equity across Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, and Sheffield.
* Support improved mental health outcomes, including recovery, reliable improvement, and patient satisfaction, for Deaf people in the local area.
* Build and sustain a skilled workforce fluent in BSL or dedicated mental health BSL Interpreters to deliver high-quality, culturally appropriate care.
* Promote early intervention and prevention through accessible psychoeducation and self-help resources in BSL.
* Involve service users and carers in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of the service, ensuring care is person-centred and responsive to local needs.
* Work in partnership with local health, social care, and voluntary sector organisations to support holistic wellbeing and effective care pathways.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031043-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 3 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS SOUTH YORKSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S1 3FG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE3 South Yorkshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312310 - Guidance services
- 85312320 - Counselling services

## Release History

- 2 Apr 2026 at 14:27 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031043-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.southyorkshire.icb.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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