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title: "Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CCBT) Software"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000634740"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2021-03-23"
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# Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CCBT) Software

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000634740

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## Summary

The procurement process, led by The Common Services Agency (NHS National Services Scotland), involves the acquisition of Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CCBT) Software, with a specific focus on services related to General Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and Insomnia. The tender process is currently active and has moved into the Award stage. The overall budget for the procurement is set at £1,300,000, and the contract will initially span 12 months, commencing upon award, with the potential for a two-year Phase 2 rollout contingent on clinical acceptance. Key dates include the tender submission deadline, which concludes on 16 November 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) adept in software development and mental health solutions. Companies providing innovative digital therapies, particularly those focused on mental health, will find this contract appealing. The dual-type software requirements (GAD and Insomnia) indicate a need for suppliers who can deliver quality, functionality, and maintenance options to support the NHS's ongoing initiatives in mental health care. Engaging in this procurement not only fosters business growth but also positions companies as critical players in enhancing public health services.

## Notice

NHS NSS wishes on behalf of NHS Scotland to purchase Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (cCBT) and the support and maintenance of the Software. The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1 (maximum budget of 80,000 GBP for each lot). There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. Phase two if approved will last for two years. There are two Lots in relation to this Notice. Lot 1 General Anxiety Disorder (GAD) software and Lot 2 Insomnia software.

### Lot Information

Insomnia Software

Poor sleep and insomnia have a significant negative impact on mental and physical health. Improving the sleep quality of a population has the potential to deliver clinical, financial and workforce benefits across the entire health system in both the short and longer terms. NHS National Services Scotland on behalf of NHS Scotland requires a supplier to provide Insomnia Software and related services. The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1. There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out only if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. The maximum budget for the Test of Change Activity is 80,000 GBP.

Options: The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1. There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out only if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. The maximum budget for the Test of Change Activity is 80,000 GBP.

Renewal: The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1. There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out only if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. The maximum budget for the Test of Change Activity is 80,000 GBP.

General Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Software

Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) is one of the most common mental health conditions, with the WHO stating that anxiety disorders are the 6th leading contributor to global disability of any health condition, physical or mental. NHS National Services Scotland on behalf of NHS Scotland requires a supplier to provide GAD Software and related services. The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1. There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out only if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. The maximum budget for the Test of Change Activity is 80,000 GBP.

Options: Option at end of year 1 to a Phase 2 roll out phase.

Renewal: The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1. There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out only if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. The maximum budget for the Test of Change Activity is 80,000 GBP.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410163 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,300,000 |
| Lots value | £1,360,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £750,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS") |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 23 Mar 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410163
- 30 Oct 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV398332

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV398332&idx=1
  2nd November 2020 - ESPD
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV398332&idx=2
  2nd November 2020 - LOT 1 GAD ITT
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV398332&idx=3
  2nd November 2020 - LOT 2 INSOMNIA ITT
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV398332
  Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CCBT) Software - NHS NSS wishes on behalf of NHS Scotland to purchase Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (cCBT) and the support and maintenance of the Software. The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1 (maximum budget of 80,000 GBP for each lot). There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. Phase two if approved will last for two years. There are two Lots in relation to this Notice. Lot 1 General Anxiety Disorder (GAD) software and Lot 2 Insomnia software.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410163
  Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CCBT) Software - NHS NSS wishes on behalf of NHS Scotland to purchase Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (cCBT) and the support and maintenance of the Software. The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1 (maximum budget of 80,000 GBP for each lot). There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. Phase two if approved will last for two years. There are two Lots in relation to this Notice. Lot 1 General Anxiety Disorder (GAD) software and Lot 2 Insomnia software.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nhsscotlandprocurement.scot.nhs.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000634740
- https://scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/web/login.html

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