The Provision of British Sign Language (BSL) NHS Talking Therapies

Location

Hertford

Description

The provision of specialist NHS Talking Therapies services delivered directly in British Sign Language (BSL) for Deaf service users, including assessment, Step 2 and Step 3 interventions, Counselling for Depression (CfD), CBT, EMDR, IPT, Couples Therapy and associated reporting and governance requirements.

Total Quantity or Scope

This is an intention to award a contract under the most suitable provider process. The approximate lifetime value of the contract is £68,026.56. This is a new service. The contract start date is 6th August 2026 for a year with an option to extend for a further year until 5th August 2028. The approximate life time value of this contract is stated in II.1.7 above and includes the value of any possible extensions.

Award Detail

Renewal Options

There is the option to extend the contract for one (1) year subject to available funding and satisfactory performance at the discretion of the Council.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 85100000 - Health services

Indicators

• Options are available.
• Award on basis of price and quality.

Legal Justification

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the Procurement Regulations 2024 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations must be made to decision makers by 5th August 2026. The contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice services as an intention to award under the PSR.

Other Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the Procurement Regulations 2024 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations must be made to decision makers by 5th August 2026. The contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice services as an intention to award under the PSR. Written representations should be sent to: strategic.procurement@hertfordshire.gov.uk Details of individuals making the award decision: Commissioning Manager Senior Commissioning Manager With approval from the Head of Integrated Care and Commissioning The provider has been assessed against the relevant 5 key criteria and has passed the requirements. There were no conflicts of interest identified.