This notice relates to a modification to extend an existing contract for Mental Health Step Down beds awarded under a Direct Award Process A. Per the original Contract Award notice the details of the original award was as follows: Step-down inpatient recovery services for patients in Devon in mental health crisis, supporting people to develop the resources to meet their own needs and providing evidence-based treatment, care and support for those who are most vulnerable. An award has been made following direct award process A. The lifetime value of the contract is £3,277,460 The contract is for 2 years between 01/10/2024 and 31/09/2026. This modification is to enact an extension of 12 months to this provision to 31/09/2027 with the option of a further 6 month extension to 31/3/2028 should this be required. The maximum value of the extension period, including the additional 6 months would be: £2,476,039.