This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

28 Aug 2025 at 14:36

Award

04 Aug 2025 at 19:32

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board has concluded the contracting process for dermatology services titled "QHM-2025-8145 Dr Rachel Lawson - Teledermatology." This contract pertains to the healthcare services category and is set in Sunderland, United Kingdom. The procurement stage currently stands as complete, following a direct award approach in accordance with the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) regulations effective from 2023. The awarded contract, valued at £102,094, commences on 1 April 2025 and concludes on 31 March 2026. This award did not involve prior publication of a call for competition, aligning with the Direct Award Process C under the PSR.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for existing and potentially interested businesses in the dermatology and healthcare services domain. Companies experienced in providing high-quality dermatology services, particularly those familiar with the provisions under the Health Care Services regulations, are well-suited to capitalize on such opportunities. The direct award process emphasizes satisfaction of predetermined criteria, demonstrating that experienced providers can leverage their expertise and track record to secure similar contracts in the future. The comprehensive evaluation based on key criteria ensures consistency in service delivery, meaning businesses aiming to enter or expand in healthcare provisions in the North East and North Cumbria region might find growth opportunities in aligning their services with stringent regulatory standards.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

QHM-2025-8145 Dr Rachel Lawson - Teledermatology

Notice Description

Dermotology Services

Lot Information

Lot 1

Dermatology 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 PS102094. 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-0580e9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052029-2025
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

85121282 - Dermatology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£102,094 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20251 years 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR5 3XB
Postcode Area
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)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Dr Rachel Lawson

Further Information

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