Integrated Mental Health and Substance Use Support Pilot Programme.

Description

Notice of Intention to Award Via the Most Suitable Provider ProcessThe London Borough of Hackney and the City of London would like to commission a provider to deliver an Integrated Rehabilitation Pilot for People with Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Needs via the Most Suitable Provider Process. A most suitable provider with sufficient specialist knowledge has already been identified for this scheme. If you think your organisation has the required experience and expertise to deliver such a service, please respond to this advert by expressing an interest only. Please do not put forward a written bid. You will then be required to demonstrate your suitability to deliver this service in accordance with the key criteria as set out in the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. This project is designed to address the complex needs of individuals experiencing both severe mental illness and substance misuse issues. Funded by the 2024-2025 Supplementary Substance Misuse Treatment and Recovery (SSMTR) Grant from the Central Government, the initiative seeks to provide a holistic and coordinated approach to care. It will involve comprehensive assessments of both mental health and substance misuse, the creation of individualised care plans, and the provision of integrated interventions by secondary mental health psychiatrists and social workers. A dedicated mental health care coordinator will oversee the coordination of clinical services across both mental health and substance use sectors. Additionally, personalised budgets will be allocated to individuals to meet their immediate basic needs and support their social and emotional growth, contributing to long-term recovery and well-being. This pilot project represents an innovative approach to supporting individuals with co-occurring conditions, aiming to improve outcomes through more integrated and personalised care.This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intended approach 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. Keywords: Mental Health, Substance Misuse