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Request for Information (RFI): Digital Therapeutic Mobile App and Website
East London NHS Foundation Trust · NHS and health
In brief
East London NHS Foundation Trust has announced plans to buy IT and software work. This is an early notice: there is nothing to bid on yet, but it tells you a tender may follow.
The notice does not state a value.
The contract runs for 23 months, starting 1 May 2026.
The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.
Can I win this?
Competition
Usually high: a median of 6 bids per contract for IT and software contracts in this region (from 103 awards in the last 12 months).
What the notice says
Request for Information (RFI): Digital Therapeutic Mobile App and Website Atamis C435655 RFI Overview East London NHS Foundation Trust (“the Authority”) is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to better understand the current UK market Digital Therapeutic Mobile App and Website managed services, including service models, mobilisation approaches, reporting, sustainability options and indicative pricing. This RFI is being conducted to support internal value for money (VfM) assurance and potential future planning. This is not a call for competition, invitation to tender, or procurement exercise, and the Authority is not committing to any purchase or subsequent procurement as a result of…Read the full description
Request for Information (RFI): Digital Therapeutic Mobile App and Website
Atamis C435655
RFI Overview
East London NHS Foundation Trust (“the Authority”) is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to better understand the current UK market Digital Therapeutic Mobile App and Website managed services, including service models, mobilisation approaches, reporting, sustainability options and indicative pricing.
This RFI is being conducted to support internal value for money (VfM) assurance and potential future planning. This is not a call for competition, invitation to tender, or procurement exercise, and the Authority is not committing to any purchase or subsequent procurement as a result of this RFI.
Scope of services (indicative)
Suppliers are asked to provide information relating to some or all of the following service areas (please state clearly what you can provide): (Full specifications Appendices A)
• Digital Therapeutic Mobile App and Website
Children and Young People's Mental Health Services (Ages 11-19)
Contract context
The Authority The overarching aim of this commissioned service is to radically improve the emotional wellbeing and mental health trajectory of all Children and Young People aged 11-19 experiencing emerging psychological needs across the entire North East London ICS footprint. By providing an immediate, highly accessible digital response, the service intends to build psychological resilience, prevent the escalation of distress, and systematically manage demand from overflowing into specialist physical or urgent healthcare settings.
The digital therapeutic provision is not envisioned as a standalone novelty; rather, it must function as a seamlessly integrated 'digital front door' to the wider NEL mental health ecosystem of providers and system partners. The objectives reflect a dual focus on delivering direct clinical value to the end-user while simultaneously generating systemic efficiencies for the broader NEL Integrated Care Board..
What we need from you
Suppliers are requested to submit:
A) Service Offering Response (Attachment A)
• Section 3 - Service model and scope – 3.1
B) Indicative Pricing Submission
• Section 4- Pricing of Service and Delivery – 4.1
Please provide the pricing schedule using the Authority’s specifications in Appendices A, please note an External document maybe provided
Also if applicable the below
• any fixed charges (e.g., management fees, rental fees)
• any typical additional charges (e.g.,emergency uplift)
• indexation assumptions (CPI/RPI/etc.)
RFI timetable
• RFI published: 30/03/2026
• Deadline for clarification questions: 15/04/2026
• RFI response deadline: 30/04/2026
All dates are subject to change at the Authority’s discretion.
Communications and clarifications
All communications relating to this RFI must be via Atamis messaging. The Authority will not respond to direct approaches outside the portal.
Important notices (compliance / disclaimers)
• This RFI is for information gathering and market intelligence only.
• The Authority is not liable for any costs incurred by suppliers in responding.
• The Authority may choose to cancel or amend this RFI at any time.
• Any future procurement (if undertaken) will be conducted in accordance with applicable UK procurement rules and the Authority’s Standing Financial Instructions and Standing Orders.
• The Authority may use information received to shape future requirements, internal business cases, or procurement documentation. No information provided is confidential unless clearly marked and justifiable; however, the Authority will handle responses in accordance with its legal obligations (including FOIA). Suppliers should therefore avoid including unnecessary sensitive information.
Evaluation approach (for transparency)
Responses will be reviewed for:
• Service capability and coverage
• Operational approach and mobilisation
• Compliance and governance
• Reporting and data quality
• Indicative pricing and cost drivers
How to bid
- Read the full notice on Find a Tender, including any tender documents it links to.
- Register your organisation on the Central Digital Platform (through Find a Tender) if you have not already. Suppliers need to be registered to take part in procurements under the Procurement Act 2023.
- Follow the submission instructions in the notice; it does not name an e-tendering portal.
Timeline
- Preliminary market engagement notice · UK2, notice 029343-2026
About the buyer
East London NHS Foundation TrustLast 12 months
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6Suppliers it has used most for IT and software
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From notice 029343-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 30 March 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.