Scope
Reference
ABU-FTS-60965
Description
This notice is to provide information on the engagement already carried out by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, prior to start the procurement in January 2026 for the 3 Lot services;
Lot 1- Rainbow Connectors
Lot 2- Community Advocacy
Lot 3- Welfare Advice
The commissioning team and voluntary sector partnership team already undertook significant engagement, making sure to give all stakeholders and interested parties the opportunity to have their say and to contribute toward service outcomes and service qualities that will underpin future commissioning activities.
The team organised workshops led by expert facilitators held bespoke forums and meetings including meetings with colleagues across the Division who have interests in the services and how they are run as many colleagues will refer citizens into these services.
Timeline: November 2024 - Present
Reach & Participation: 350+ registrations across workshops and focus groups,
1500+ recipients reached via inclusive email outreach
Stakeholders included: lived experience representatives, VCSEs, health/social care partners, carers, and families
A wide range of engagement methods were employed when communicating and meeting with stakeholders, including the following:
• Email communications and written communications
• Verbal communication
• Community Groups
• Co-design workshops
• Webinars
• Targeted focus groups
• Smaller meetings with providers or potential providers
• Professional insight sessions (OT, Psychology, LD, AMH)
• Continuous feedback loops
• Meetings with Divisional colleagues to gain feedback and insight into current service provision and any gaps / opportunities for expansion, diversification or change.
• Visual minutes were prepared for two of the workshops.
Given the delay in our intentions to recommission by way of an Alliance Commissioning Model, we are recommission these 3 Lots on a 1+1+1 basis, to allow us time to reflect, refine our approach, and ensure the model is fit for purpose across our system.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,155,000 excluding VAT
- £1,386,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 27 April 2026 to 27 April 2027
- Possible extension to 27 April 2029
- 3 years, 1 day
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKL - Wales
Engagement
Engagement deadline
30 May 2025
The engagement was carried out before this notice was published.
Engagement process description
The commissioning team and voluntary sector partnership team undertook significant engagement, making sure to give all stakeholders and interested parties the opportunity to have their say and to contribute toward service outcomes and service qualities that will underpin future commissioning activities.
The team organised workshops led by expert facilitators who specialise in alliance commissioning, held bespoke forums and meetings including meetings with colleagues across the Division who have interests in the services and how they are run as many colleagues will refer citizens into these services.
The expert group attended a total of 109 individuals over 10 community visits, connecting with people all across Gwent, including people living with or supporting people living with dementia, mental health conditions, learning disabilities and neurodivergence. Some of the visits also included current service providers.
Below is a summary of engagement activity undertaken between November 2024 to the present date:
Timeline: November 2024 - Present
Reach & Participation: 350+ registrations across workshops and focus groups,
1500+ recipients reached via inclusive email outreach
Stakeholders included: lived experience representatives, VCSEs, health/social care partners, carers, and families
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
12 January 2026
Contracting authority
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
- NHS Organisation Data Service: 7A6
4-5 Charnwood Court,
Cardiff
CF14 3UZ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Lurdes Magalhaes
Telephone: 029 2150 1347
Email: lurdes.magalhaes@wales.nhs.uk
Website: http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
Region: UKL22 - Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
Summary of their role in this procurement: Procurement
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXWV-6492-CGMN
4-5 Charnwood Court Heol Billingsley Parc Nantgarw
Cardiff
NP18 3XQ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Lurdes Conceicao Moreira Magalhaes
Telephone: 029 2150 1347
Region: UKL21 - Monmouthshire and Newport