The service is to deliver comprehensive, inclusive, and needs-led support for all People Living With or affected by HIV ("PLWH"), including those at increased risk of acquiring HIV, and those who support and care for them. Kirklees supports the ambitious and important national target to end new cases of HIV in England by 2030 - the service will contribute towards the achievement of this locally through the provision of both universal and suitably targeted prevention work. The service will use a holistic approach to focus on prevention and support PLWH to maximise health, well-being, quality of life and social integration, recognising the interdependencies between an effective support offer and the prevention of transmission and new cases of HIV.

Given significant improvements in prevention and declines in new cases, the government has made a commitment to end HIV transmissions in England by 2030. As recommended in the recent report from the HIV Commission reviewing progress towards this goal, achieving this will require a significant boost in prevention, testing, and early diagnosis, alongside an increased focus on tackling stigma, discrimination, and health inequalities within the health system. The work of the HIV Support and Prevention Service will complement other (HIV specific and generic) health and social care services and enable people living with and affected by HIV in Kirklees to live independent lives, effectively manage their long-term condition, and enjoy good quality of life and health and wellbeing. It will also work to reduce (and ultimately eliminate) HIV transmission, reduce late diagnosis rates, and tackle HIV related stigma and discrimination. Awarding a contract following Direct Award Process C. 1st April 2027 to 31st March 2032 with the option to extend for up to 2 years. £1,163,322 including extensions. This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award 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 Contract Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by midnight on 11th Novemeber 2026. This contract has not formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.