This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

28 Aug 2025 at 11:22

Award

05 Aug 2025 at 08:50

Summary of the contracting process

The recent public procurement contract, titled "QHM-2025-8283 Ophthalmology Triage," is associated with the NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. This contract pertains to the industry category of ophthalmologist services, specifically within the UKC region. The procurement process has moved through the award stage and was conducted under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023. The procurement method employed is a limited, direct award process without prior publication. The contract, valued at £19,297, is set to start on 1 April 2025 and conclude on 31 March 2026.

This tender presents a business growth opportunity particularly for organisations already engaged in or looking to provide healthcare services. Given its classification as ophthalmologist services, businesses experienced in medical services and eye care would be well-suited to compete. The process favours existing providers under the PSR, underscoring the importance of establishing a strong relationship with the NHS for future opportunities. The contract has been awarded to Primary Eyecare Services Limited, demonstrating the demand for specialist services in the healthcare sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

QHM-2025-8283 Ophthalmology Triage

Notice Description

Ophthalmology Triage

Lot Information

Lot 1

Ophthalmology Triage 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 PS19297. 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 18/08/2025. 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-058120
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051858-2025
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

85121281 - Ophthalmologist services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,297 Under £100K

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

Primary Eyecare Services Limited

Further Information

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