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title: "Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) National Data Set 2026 - 27"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a828"
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# Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) National Data Set 2026 - 27

Buyer: IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a828

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## Summary

The Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA) is currently conducting a procurement process for its project entitled "Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) National Data Set 2026–27". This initiative, classified under the services category, specifically targets social work and related services and is located within the United Kingdom. The procurement is in the 'tender' stage, with the tender period closing on 26th June 2026. Notably, the contract commencement date is scheduled for 6th July 2026, and its completion is expected by 31st March 2027, with a possibility of extension. The procurement method is an open competition and involves inviting proposals below the financial threshold of £60,000 gross. The project seeks a proficient advisor with expertise in the operational aspects of the AMHP assessment to provide technical and legislative support in developing the national dataset.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social work, medical, and health-related services to leverage their expertise in mental health and legal frameworks. It is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that can deliver high-quality advisory and collaborative services. The successful business will contribute to shaping a national mental health assessment framework, allowing them to enhance their portfolio by working alongside top-level governmental agencies and gaining insight into national-level data integration and policy implementation. Moreover, this project requires a comprehensive understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion principles, offering an additional opportunity for businesses with a strong commitment to these areas.

## Notice

PCH is looking for an individual (or partnership) with operational experience of Approved Mental Health Professional assessment to provide subject expertise on the technical and legislative elements of developing this national dataset. They will need to demonstrate credibility and knowledge in this area and use their expertise to support PCH and the steering group to shape the work. Core requirements for this contract include: * A comprehensive understanding of Mental Health Act assessment, the full range of AMHP work, its functions and legal responsibilities. * An understanding of how councils currently monitor and manage access to AMHP work based on operational experience and the key challenges for councils in this area. * An understanding of key metrics that may be useful at a national level and the data items that would support these metrics. * An understanding of how the Adult Social Care Client Level Dataset is structured and how a similar approach could be built into the draft national AMHP dataset * A collaborative approach, being able to work with both the PCH team and wider stakeholders with integrity, openness and attention to detail. * Ability to work effectively through virtual channels and information systems to collate, communicate and share information as required. * Skills in synthesising information, opinions, and facts to be able to present clear recommendations on which metrics would be most useful at a national level, compared with a local level. * A comprehensive understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion principles when considering this area of work within adult social care. Familiarity with the NHS England patient and carer race equality framework (PCREF) and how AMHP dataset development can complement the PCREF dataset development. The Working with People (WwP) team in Partners in Care and Health (PCH) will provide support and staff time to the project. The expert adviser will support PCH to build on previous AMHP dataset work, to further develop the draft national metrics, data items, definitions and lookup tables. A steering group will also be in place to provide oversight and steer the development and delivery of the project. The steering group will be the Data subgroup of the AMHP Partnership Group, which has been set up by the Office of the Chief Social Worker. Key objectives 1. To build on work done in previous years to further develop the draft national AMHP dataset, with look-up tables, definitions and guidance. 2. To support the DHSC-led AMHP Partnership group to ensure that the draft national AMHP dataset meets the national requirements of the department and informs local council data recording and submission. 3. To test out with councils how much of the proposed data can be collected already, and how much would require more development at a local level.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The buyer is entitled at its absolute discretion to extend the contract period on the same terms for a further period or periods of up to six months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050521-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | £50,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA) |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3HZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85110000 - Hospital and related services
- 85120000 - Medical practice and related services
- 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services
- 85150000 - Medical imaging services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 15:52 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050521-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050521-2026
  28th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://app.panacea-software.com/LGA-Sourcing/eRFX-Suppliers/OpenReq.aspx?requirementId=b854f9d5-cd89-4943-9a1d-d97b3002f7b9
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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