Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust
Beech House, Witham Park, Waterside South
Lincoln
LN5 7JH
Contact
James Padden
Country
United Kingdom
Region code
UKF30 - Lincolnshire
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://www.lincolnshirecommunityhealthservices.nhs.uk
Buyer's address
https://www.lincolnshirecommunityhealthservices.nhs.uk
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Health
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Contract for the provision Psychosexual Therapy Counselling Service
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 85100000 - Health services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
This service provides specialist psychosexual therapy as part of an integrated sexual health offering. It supports individuals and couples experiencing difficulties related to sexual function, intimacy, and relationships. The service is delivered by qualified therapists using evidence-based approaches, aiming to improve sexual wellbeing, mental health, and quality of life.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.1.7) Total value of the procurement (excluding VAT)
Value excluding VAT: £65,550
two.2) Description
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKF30 - Lincolnshire
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This procurement relates to the direct award of a contract for the provision of Psychosexual Therapy Services under Direct Award Process C of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), as set out in the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.
The contracting authority has determined that the existing provider, Family Action, is to continue delivering the service following expiry of the current contract. This decision is based on an assessment of the provider’s performance and suitability against the five key criteria of the PSR:
Quality and Innovation – The provider has consistently delivered high-quality services with evidence of innovation and continuous improvement.
Value – The provider offers good value for money, with efficient use of resources and positive outcomes.
Integration and Collaboration – The provider is well-integrated with local health and care systems and collaborates effectively with partners.
Access, Inequalities and Choice – The service supports equitable access and addresses health inequalities in the local population.
Social Value – The provider contributes positively to the wider social, economic, and environmental wellbeing of the community.
A Contract Award Notice will be published in accordance with PSR requirements. A standstill period of 8 days will be observed prior to contract commencement.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Option for a 12-month extension beyond initial 12-month period.
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Award of a contract without prior publication of a call for competition in the cases listed below
- The procurement falls outside the scope of application of the regulations
Explanation:
This procurement relates to the direct award of a contract for the provision of Psychosexual Therapy Services under Direct Award Process C of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), as set out in the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.
The contracting authority has determined that the existing provider, Family Action, is to continue delivering the service following expiry of the current contract. This decision is based on an assessment of the provider’s performance and suitability against the five key criteria of the PSR:
Quality and Innovation – The provider has consistently delivered high-quality services with evidence of innovation and continuous improvement.
Value – The provider offers good value for money, with efficient use of resources and positive outcomes.
Integration and Collaboration – The provider is well-integrated with local health and care systems and collaborates effectively with partners.
Access, Inequalities and Choice – The service supports equitable access and addresses health inequalities in the local population.
Social Value – The provider contributes positively to the wider social, economic, and environmental wellbeing of the community.
A Contract Award Notice will be published in accordance with PSR requirements. A standstill period of 8 days will be observed prior to contract commencement.
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: No
Section five. Award of contract
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
1 June 2025
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 1
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Family Action
34 Wharf Road London
London
N1 7GR
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKF30 - Lincolnshire
National registration number
01068186
Internet address
The contractor is an SME
No
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: £65,550
Total value of the contract/lot: £65,550
Section six. Complementary information
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust
Beech House, Witham Park, Waterside South
Lincoln
LN5 7JH
Country
United Kingdom