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21 Jul 2026 at 13:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Long Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) Services in the London Borough of Merton has reached the award stage. The contracting authority, London Borough of Merton, finalised contracts on 7th July 2026, with the award notice published on 21st July 2026. This procurement, valued at £695,486, falls under the health and social work services industry category. It aims to enhance women's access to specialist LARC services, addressing public health needs within the UK. These services will be provided by 22 GP practices across the Merton area. The contract period begins on 8th July 2026 and extends until 7th March 2031, fostering a long-term commitment to community health improvements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in contraceptive services. Engaging in such contracts can facilitate business growth through public sector collaboration and establish a reputation for providing essential health services within local communities. Companies capable of delivering high-quality, accessible contraceptive options and managing efficient healthcare service delivery are well-suited to compete in this sector. The procurement was undertaken using a Most Suitable Provider process, ensuring that selected suppliers align with critical criteria for effective and accessible healthcare delivery in areas of greatest need.

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Notice Title

Long Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) Services in Merton

Notice Description

The London Borough of Merton (The Council) hereby confirms the award of contracts for the specialist LARC service which will ensure that a full range of contraceptive options are available to women locally in addition to the routine contraception which is part of the GP core service. Long acting reversible contraception (LARC) is a longer lasting, more effective method of contraception and so is very effective in preventing pregnancy for those women who are not looking to get pregnant at the time. The LARC methods which will be available under these contracts will be: * Intra Uterine contraceptives (IUC) which include the Copper Intra Uterine Device (IUD) and Mirena/Kyleena(r)/Jaydess(r) (LNG-IUS) * Sub-Dermal Implants (SDI) Providing LARC services in the community allows timely and convenient access to sexual health services especially in areas of greatest need, with the broader aim of preventing unintended conceptions and terminations. The procurement has been undertaken in accordance with the Provider Selection Regime of The Healthcare Services Regulations 2023. The Council have considered the providers identified and the 5 Key Criteria mandated under the Most Suitable Provider process has been used to assess the providers identified for delivery of the service and the proposed contracting model. This will support The Council in ensuring women can access LARC contraception closer to home from trusted specialist healthcare providers without the need for long travel times and waiting times, allowing them to manage their own choices around pregnancy. No conflicts of interest were declared. An Intention of Approach notice was published via Find a Tender service on 24th June 2026 (notice identifier: 2026/S 000-059184 ). Contracts are hereby awarded to 22 GP practices within the London Borough of Merton. The contracts will run for an initial term of 4 years and 9 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa9ecf36-7f61-4ed6-994e-45be906e00c2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£695,486 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£695,486 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jul 2026 - 7 Mar 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MORDEN
Postcode
SM4 5DX
Post Town
Sutton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Merton
Electoral Ward
Merton Park
Westminster Constituency
Wimbledon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
22
Supplier Names

ALEXANDRA ROAD SURGERY

CENTRAL MEDICAL CENTRE

COLLIERS WOOD SURGERY

CRICKET GREEN MEDICAL CENTRE

FACCINI HOUSE

FIGGES MARSH SURGERY

FRANCIS GROVE SURGERY

GRAND DRIVE SURGERY

LAMBTON ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE

MERTON MEDICAL PRACTICE

MITCHAM AND TOOTING HEALTH CENTRE

MITCHAM FAMILY PRACTICE

MORDEN HALL MEDICAL CENTRE

NELSON MEDICAL CENTRE

RAVENSBURY PARK MEDICAL CENTRE

RIVERHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE

TAMWORTH HOUSE MEDICAL

VINEYARD HILL ROAD SURGERY

WEST BARNES SURGERY

WIDE WAY MEDICAL CENTRE

WIMBLEDON MEDICAL PRACTICE

WIMBLEDON VILLAGE SURGERY

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