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Part of this support may include, access to specific peer support, from those who understand military service life and associated challenges. The regional spokes may also provide an equitable network of evidence-based digital therapeutic interventions that are clinically supported and offered where appropriate." }, { "releaseID": "059223-2026", "releaseDate": "2026-06-24T09:48:04+01:00", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "We are seeking to appoint a supplier to deliver coordinated support to the ‘spoke’ locations outlined in the Specification. The successful supplier will be responsible for overseeing a connected network of services, ensuring clear and efficient referral pathways, and linking veterans to appropriate non‑complex clinical and peer‑support interventions. 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The contract would be to cover services across Scotland but will recognise the planned vision for NHS Scotland to move to a subnational structure, split into 2 regions.\nWe anticipate that the provider of the regional spoke would be required to collaborate with existing third sector and statutory providers of services to ensure that veterans can receive the tailored care and support they need from the most appropriate provider." }, { "releaseID": "059223-2026", "releaseDate": "2026-06-24T09:48:04+01:00", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "The supplier will deliver coordinated support to the ‘Spokes’ for both regional and local assistance, including peer support and access to evidence-based interventions for those with less complex needs. 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