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Prior notice United Kingdom Services

DHSC: SCI: Adult gender services waiting list – wellbeing pilot (southwest) 2025

Buyer: Department of Health & Social Care

Published
13 October 2025
Estimated value
£125,000
Place of performance
UKK
Lots
1
Notice number
064556-2025
Reference
ocds-h6vhtk-05adcc
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Description

The Department of Health and Social Care seeks to commission an external partner to deliver a regional pilot of the Waiting Well service for eligible for individuals aged 18+ who on the current waiting list for adult gender services based in the southwest of England and awaiting their first appointment. The service’s primary focus is to provide a holistic approach that integrates wellbeing support, with the aim of achieving the following outcomes: a) Improved self-reported wellbeing and resilience  b) Increased readiness for first appointment with gender dysphoria clinic  c) Increased ability to self-manage symptoms while awaiting clinical care.  d) Reduced isolation and increased social connectedness.  e) Reduced unplanned use of crisis or emergency services.  The value of the contract is £125,000 excluding VAT. £150,000 inclusive of VAT Term of the contract: An initial term of six (6) months, with the option to extend for one or more further periods up to a maximum of twelve (12) months This is not a call for competition, but an opportunity to gather feedback to better understand market capabilities, refine the procurement strategy, and encourage supplier engagement.

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