Scope
Description
The aim of service is to provide an early mental health prevention offer for primary school aged children and their families. The service will enable staff to have the confidence to lead mental wellbeing sessions for children using the appropriate language and techniques as part of a whole school approach to mental health. This will include a professional development programme for school staff and ongoing support to embed the approach throughout the school curriculum.
Total value (estimated)
- £666,667 excluding VAT
- £800,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2029
- Possible extension to 30 May 2031
- 4 years, 11 months, 30 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKJ14 - Oxfordshire
Engagement
Engagement deadline
29 August 2025
The engagement was carried out before this notice was published.
Engagement process description
Market engagement conducted from June-August 2025 included a desktop review of potential providers in the market. Initial expression of interest meetings were held
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
16 February 2026
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Oxfordshire County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZNW-8281-MHNM
3rd Floor
Oxford
OX1 1ND
United Kingdom
Contact name: Kunle Oshin
Telephone: +44 0
Email: Kunle.Oshin@Oxfordshire.gov.uk
Website: http://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk
Region: UKJ14 - Oxfordshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government