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QHM-2025-7390 PHD.IntegratedDiabetes/PLT

NHS NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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28 Aug 2025 at 16:56

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04 Aug 2025 at 16:58

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the contract titled "QHM-2025-7390 PHD.IntegratedDiabetes/PLT," conducted by the NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, focuses on blood analysis services within the healthcare services industry. This service-oriented procurement falls under the jurisdiction of the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and is being carried out using a limited procurement method, indicating no prior publication of a call for competition. The procurement relates to services to be delivered across various UK regions, particularly starting from Sunderland. The entire process was initiated in the context of a direct award due to the satisfactory performance of the existing provider. Key dates for this procurement include the contract award announcement on August 4, 2025, with the formal contract start date set for April 1, 2025, and ending on March 31, 2026. The contract value is recorded at £269,526.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in healthcare services, especially those that can demonstrate exceptional service delivery in the realm of blood analysis. Companies like Primary Healthcare Darlington Ltd, which is the identified supplier, exemplify the type of large-scale provider suitable for managing such contracts. Business expansion prospects are bolstered by contracts that target the healthcare industry's specialised segments, creating opportunities for growth within the service delivery and management ventures across the United Kingdom. Companies with the capability to meet the stringent quality and cost standards as assessed by the NHS Integrated Care Board will thrive in this competitive landscape. Potential bidders are encouraged to focus on delivering high-quality services aligned with the board’s strategic healthcare objectives and service area needs.

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Notice Title

QHM-2025-7390 PHD.IntegratedDiabetes/PLT

Notice Description

Diebetes Services

Lot Information

Lot 1

Diabetes Services The relevant authority intends to award a contract to an existing provider under Direct Award C under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) regulations 2023. The contract value is PS269526. Contract Start Date:01/04/2025 Contract End Date: 31/03/2026 Although the contract start is 01/04/2025, the services have been delivered on an implied contract and contracts will be issued following the standstill period from the date of this notice.

Procurement Information

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 Contracts 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 decision makers by midnight on 15/08/2025. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. A contract will not be awarded until after the 9th working day following standstill.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0580c4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052200-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85111810 - Blood analysis services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£269,526 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nencicb.procurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR5 3XB
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Washington and Gateshead South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRIMARY HEALTHCARE DARLINGTON

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