Scope
Reference
C385287
Description
This work is to develop two national guidance products to support consistent, evidence‑based implementation of the Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework (PCREF): system‑level guidance for Integrated Care Boards to strengthen governance, accountability and oversight, and provider‑level Quality Improvement guidance to help mental health trusts apply PCREF competencies in practice.
Together, these resources will equip systems and providers with the tools, templates and evidence needed to reduce racial inequalities in mental health access, experience and outcomes, informed by co‑production, exemplar site learning and legislative requirements.
Total value (estimated)
- £41,500 excluding VAT
- £49,800 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 26 February 2026 to 31 March 2026
- Possible extension to 30 June 2026
- 4 months, 3 days
Description of possible extension:
Optional 3-month time only extension.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85100000 - Health services
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
13 February 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
17 February 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tendering portal ‘Atamis’ used the Contracting Authority for this procurement:
https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
User Guide:
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
70% technical and social value, 30% price.
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
NHS England
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDPT-3135-BWWY
Wellington House, 133-135 Waterloo Rd
London
SE1 8UG
United Kingdom
Email: england.commercialqueries@nhs.net
Website: https://www.england.nhs.uk/
Region: UKI45 - Lambeth
Organisation type: Public authority - central government