Prison to Community Specialist Clinical Pathways Service

Description

NHS England South West (the Commissioner) launched a pilot scheme to improve the transition of individuals from prison into community-based support services. The pilot phase was developed in close collaboration with prison healthcare services, criminal justice agencies, local authorities, and other relevant organisations. The initiative focused on specialist clinical pathways, aiming to enhance continuity of care and reduce reoffending risks. To continue this work, NHS England South West has commissioned the Prison to Community Specialist Clinical Pathways service for 2025-26. The Commissioner intends to contract for the Services using the latest version of the NHS Standard Contract. The total contract value is £893,000, over the 1 year period which will commence on 1st April 2025. This notice is placed to set out NHS England South West's (the Commissioner's) intention to award a contract under the Most Suitable Provider Process of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR).