Scope
Reference
DN783958
Description
Southwark Council is currently planning to procure a targeted peer-to-peer support group/s for communities who are at greater risk of poor mental health and/or are less likely to access mental health support. The proposed service is likely to run for an initial trail period of one year and will deliver sessions on a weekly basis.
The aim of the service is to enhance the health and well-being of individuals from communities who may face barriers accessing traditional mental health offers.
The service will target communities where one or more of the below applies:
• there are known nuances affecting their perceptions and experiences of mental health services
• there is evidence of persistent inequalities in access, experiences of care, and treatment outcomes
Black African and Caribbean communities are one possible target group for this planned procurement. A recent Healthwatch Southwark report (January 2025) explored mental health services for Black and African Caribbean communities in Southwark found that there needs to be more locally embedded community-based services, as well as consultation with non-clinical and community-based mental health services to identify needs and establish good practice models.
We would like to hear from any organisations who are currently providing non-clinical, community-based peer-to-peer support services for specific communities, to better understand:
• The readiness of the market to deliver these services in Southwark
• Size of the market in Southwark
• Types of peer-to-peer support groups current offered
• The pricing structure
We would welcome responses from any organisations delivering these services or similar services, whether or not they are currently being delivered to local authorities.
Please return your questionnaire via the messaging facility on the Pro-Contract portal and/or email to the named contact:
https://procontract.due-north.com
Please respond by 18.08.2025
Total value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027
- 1 year
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKI - London
Engagement
Engagement deadline
18 August 2025
Engagement process description
Southwark Council is currently planning to procure a targeted peer-to-peer support group/s for communities who are at greater risk of poor mental health and/or are less likely to access mental health support. The proposed service is likely to run for an initial trail period of one year and will deliver sessions on a weekly basis.
The aim of the service is to enhance the health and well-being of individuals from communities who may face barriers accessing traditional mental health offers.
The service will target communities where one or more of the below applies:
• there are known nuances affecting their perceptions and experiences of mental health services
• there is evidence of persistent inequalities in access, experiences of care, and treatment outcomes
Black African and Caribbean communities are one possible target group for this planned procurement. A recent Healthwatch Southwark report (January 2025) explored mental health services for Black and African Caribbean communities in Southwark found that there needs to be more locally embedded community-based services, as well as consultation with non-clinical and community-based mental health services to identify needs and establish good practice models.
We would like to hear from any organisations who are currently providing non-clinical, community-based peer-to-peer support services for specific communities, to better understand:
• The readiness of the market to deliver these services in Southwark
• Size of the market in Southwark
• Types of peer-to-peer support groups current offered
• The pricing structure
We would welcome responses from any organisations delivering these services or similar services, whether or not they are currently being delivered to local authorities.
This notice includes a questionnaire at Appendix A which is designed to be completed by organisations wishing to engage participate in this market engagement and assist the Council in this market insight stage.
Please return your questionnaire via the messaging facility on the Pro-Contract portal and/or email to the named contact:
https://procontract.due-north.com
Please respond by 18.08.2025
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
London Borough of Southwark
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXTW-7647-VDLV
Southwark Council
London
SE1 2QH
United Kingdom
Contact name: Aarti Bhogaita
Telephone: +442075255000
Email: aarti.bhogaita@southwark.gov.uk
Website: http://www.southwark.gov.uk
Region: UKI44 - Lewisham and Southwark
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government