Dementia Support Service - NHS Birmingham and Solihull ICB
NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board, the NHS organisation responsible for planning and commissioning local health services, is procuring a Dementia Support Service for people living with dementia and their carers. The provider must operate a single access point for dementia information and advice, explain pre- and post-diagnosis support, signpost individuals to relevant services and community groups, provide practical emotional support, and deliver tailored coaching on strategies for living well with dementia. The service must also facilitate peer-led group support, provide timely person-centred assistance to improve quality of life, and maintain clear referral pathways into and out of the service. The contract is valued at £834,000 per year excluding VAT, with an additional £80,000 of non-recurrent funding in year one, and will run for three years from 1 April 2027, with an option to extend by up to a further three years. Delivery regions are not specified. The critical qualification is demonstrable relevant experience and skills in providing dementia support services.
Buyer: NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 12 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £5.1m
- Bids close: 6 Nov 2026
- Location: Birmingham
- Procedure: Open procedure
- Contract period: 1 Apr 2027 to 31 Mar 2030
- Category: Community health services (85323000)
From the official notice
NHS Birmingham and Solihull ICB are seeking providers who have the relevant experience and skills to provide a Dementia Support Service. This is a re-issue of this opportunity following a previously abandoned process. The contract term has been extended to 3 years with the option to extend for up to a further 3 years and an additional value of £80,000 of non-recurrent funding is being offered within year one of the contract on top of the annual value of £834,000 excluding VAT. Service aims: *To provide a single point of access for information and advice about dementia, information about what support is available pre- and post-diagnosis, and how to access this support: i. Signposting to other support services available and community groups relevant to the needs and interest of the individual. ii. Practical emotional support to promote greater emotional resilience in individuals by creating a sense of safety and an atmosphere of calm. iii. Practical coaching and support to people with dementia and their carers tailored to their situation, around best strategies and good practice to live well with the condition. iv. Advise on and facilitate access to peer-led group support. *To improve quality of life for individuals living with dementia and their carers through timely, person-centred support. *To develop a robust and clear working referral pathway in and out of service. The contract will be for a period of 3 years, commencing 1st April 2027, with the option to extend for up to ...
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 6 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £5.1m.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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