Employment Advisory Service - APR26 - Waythrough CAN

CPV: Community health services

Procedure method

Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition

Legal basis

CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)

Procurement category

Services

Notice status

Awarded without competition

Procurement threshold

Unspecified in notice

Regulatory regime

Standard

Commercial structure

Stand-alone contract (no framework)

Competition type

Direct award (no call for competition)

GPA / WTO covered

Unspecified in notice

Recurring procurement

Unspecified in notice

First published

5 Mar 2026, 17:27 GMT

Last source update

5 Mar 2026, 17:27 GMT

Authority reference

Employment Advisory Service - Waythrough 2025-2027

FTS notice number

2026/S 000-020140

Classification (CPV)

Community health services

Delivery area

South East (UKJ25)

Official registry OCID

ocds-h6vhtk-066393 Find a Tender

Why no open competition

The procurement falls outside the scope of application of the directive

Published justification

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) 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 do not apply to this award. This contract has been awarded.

Publisher note: Award decision-makers: 1. Commissioning, Contracting and Commercial Committee - 24 February 2026 2. Executive Team - 2nd March 2026 Conflicts of Interest has been considered in forums associated with the commissioning of this service; none have arisen and required mitigation. The Key Criteria for this service are ranked in the following order • Quality & Innovation 30% • Improving access, reducing health inequalities, and facilitating choice 20% • Integration, Collaboration & Service Sustainability 20% • Value 20% • Social Value 10% Quality and Innovation 30% • The IPS service has consistently delivered high-quality, person-centred outcomes, aligned with the NHS Long Term Plan and NHS England's IPS expansion programme. • Patient Safety Meetings undertaken - adopting PSIRF • QI initiatives adopted - Workwell Pilot 2024 • Performance and KPI reports ensure measurable quality powered by IPS Grow. • Evidence of innovative trials - IPS primary care pilot, GPIMS,, IPS Expansion. • Staff Training and accreditation via CPD-certified courses some leading to qualifications. • Digital Enablement via web-based tools like the IPS Grow Reporting Tool to manage client data, track progress, and generate reports for stakeholders and commissioners. • This provider is audited against IPS fidelity standards by IPS Grow conducting fidelity reviews. • Innovation in Employer Engagement e.g. hands-on training in horticulture and retail, creating pathways for people to gain skills for local work. • Waythrough creates unique links by embedding employment support within healthcare systems, using social enterprises as training grounds, and directly engaging local businesses to create tailored pathways to employment for those facing complex challenges in Surrey. Improving access, reducing health inequalities, and facilitating choice 20% • The IPS service directly tackles health inequalities by supporting people with SMI into competitive employment, addressing gaps in health outcomes; the service is accessible to all eligible patients, with tailored support for disadvantaged groups. • Patients are offered genuine choice in employment opportunities, with support tailored to their preferences. • This service utilises public spaces which can feel less clinical and create a sense of comfort, and easy to access for users. This also reduces travel and associated costs. • Flexible timings for client and Employment Advisor meetings to provide ease of access. • Contact preferences are determined and choice available regards face to face or virtual. • Established partnership working with Talking Therapy providers. • Targeted advertising in areas of deprivation, school, public events and health events across the Surrey. • IPS is integrated within existing health and community services in Surrey, including within community hubs and clinical teams (specifically Primary Care Networks), for comfortable access. • Waythrough offers various support that does or does not require digital access, focusing on phone, in-person, and face-to-face help, alongside online services for those who prefer it, with dedicated accessibility features on their website and options to connect via calls or visits to centres in Redhill and Leatherhead. • Rural outreach addressed by offering community-based support directly to impacted clients. • Choice of employment offered as Waythrough actively broadens job opportunities beyond traditional roles by focusing on mainstream employment in line with individual preferences and strengths, rather than limiting options to specific "traditional" sectors. Integration, Collaboration & Service Sustainability 20% • This service is integrated with GP mental health services (GPIMS), Community Mental Health Recovery Services (CMHRS) teams and Talking Therapies providers. • Established strong operational relationships with local employers, Jobcentre Plus, and voluntary sector agencies. • Sustainability is underpinned by a stable, well-trained workforce and an embedded model that aligns with NHS England's ongoing IPS funding commitments. • Shared care plans - Waythrough integrates Individual Placement and Support (IPS) goals into support plans, and employment specialists work with clients' therapists and community mental health teams to ensure a cohesive and coordinated approach. • Funding Diversification: Beyond NHSE, IPS is funded by the Better Care Fund in Surrey. Value 20% • The IPS model delivers strong economic and social return on investment, evidenced by national evaluations. • Employment is a key determinant of health. • Waythrough delivers quality outcomes at a competitive cost, representing value for money for the ICB. • Waythrough leverages co-investment from local authorities, voluntary sector partners, and national programmes, ensuring balanced financial sustainability. The model is funded by NHSE (core funding), Better Care Fund and Department for Work and pension (DWP). • Efficiency gains achieved via reduced reliance on other services, most notably fewer and shorter inpatient hospital admissions for individuals with severe mental illness. • Shared Resources: Waythrough in Surrey shares infrastructure and works in close partnership with a range of other mental health services and organisations, including the NHS. This collaborative approach is fundamental to operation, especially within the "Community Connections" and "Safe Havens" services within Surrey. Social Value 10% • The IPS service contributes to local economic well-being by enabling individuals to enter and sustain employment, reducing welfare dependency and increasing household income. • Waythrough supports local recruitment, apprenticeships, and training opportunities • Social value is enhanced through employer engagement, reducing stigma around mental health and promoting inclusive workplaces. • Employer Education is achieved by way of Waythrough working with businesses in Surrey and offering support for the workforce, which can include mental health awareness activities and training. • Community Engagement undertaken; Waythrough in Surrey participates in local job fairs and health events e.g. the Surrey & North East Hants Employment Service Team has used social media to encourage people to attend local careers fairs, indicating their involvement in such events. • Environmental Sustainability: Waythrough, has adopted strong green initiatives including a net-zero carbon plan and supporting remote engagement for clients and staff. Travel support provided to participants aligning with a goal to reduce environmental impact and provide flexible support. This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) 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 do not apply to this award. This contract has been awarded.

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