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Provision of Community Dermatology Service

NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board

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28 May 2026 at 12:57

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12 Aug 2025 at 18:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Community Dermatology Service" involves NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board as the buying organisation. This tender is part of the health services industry category, specifically focused on dermatology services across various locations in the Greater Manchester area, including Stockport, Tameside, Manchester, and others. Initially intended to run from August 2025 to July 2028, with possible extensions up to 2030, the process follows a Provider Selection Regime (PSR), which is distinct from the traditional Public Contracts Regulations. Key stages in this tender, now at the award stage, involved meticulous evaluation, with contracts awarded to "About Health Limited" for servicing multiple lots targeting specific regional clusters.

This project presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the healthcare service, particularly those specialising in dermatology. Local businesses capable of delivering effective, patient-centred care with an innovative approach would be well-suited to participate in such tenders. The sizeable contract value, reaching up to £44,325,080 with extensions, signals a lucrative venture for providers committed to healthcare quality and efficiency. The inclusive nature of the procurement process, with factors like social value and innovation being integral, underscores the potential for suppliers who align with NHS’s strategic objectives to thrive in this competitive landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Community Dermatology Service

Notice Description

This is a Community Tier 3 Dermatology Service. This service aims to address the specific healthcare needs of patients who require access to dermatology services where the service is delivered across the Greater Manchester conurbation. The Specification contains the requirements to ensure the delivery of a local, effective, integrated patient centred service in line with the GM strategic aim to deliver increased quality of care closer to patient's homes. The term of the contract will be for a duration of 3 years, which is intended to run from approx. August 2025 (contract start date to be agreed) until approx. July 2028 with the possibility of contract extensions of up to a total of further 2 years. * Lot 1 - Stockport & Tameside - The indicative Lot 1 contract value is estimated to be PS3,461,844 for the 3 years of contract and PS2,307,896 for the two-year extension. * Lot 2 - Manchester & Trafford - The indicative Lot 2 contract value is estimated to be PS8,639,904 for the 3 years of contract and PS 5,759,936 for the two-year extension. * Lot 3 - Bury & Salford - The indicative Lot 3 contract value is estimated to be PS3,291,684 for the 3 years of contract and PS2,194,456 for the two-year extension. * Lot 4 - Bolton & Wigan - The indicative Lot 4 contract value is estimated to be PS5,116,788 for the 3 years of contract and PS3,411,192 for the two-year extension. * Lot 5 - Oldham & Rochdale - The indicative Lot 5 contract value is estimated to be PS6,084,828 for the 3 years of contract and PS 4,056,552 for the two-year extension. The term of the contract will be for a duration of 3 years, which is intended to run from the expected services commencement date of approx. August 2025 (contract start date to be agreed) until approx. July 2028 with the possibility of contract extensions of up to a total of 2 years. The anticipated, maximum total GM contract value (including any potential extensions) is PS44,325,080. The indicative overall total contract value is made of PS26,595,048 for the 3 years of contract and PS17,730,032 for the two-year extension. The tariff values will be uplifted annually in line with national guidance. The Contract to be established between the Relevant Authority and the Recommended Bidder(s) is expected to involve fixed local tariffs invoiced monthly in arrears, based on the actual activity. The contract is an activity-based contract funded via a local tariff arrangement and there will be no minimum activity level guaranteed. This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) competitive process (ran as an open process) intention to award notice, this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Stockport & Tameside

The services provided under this Lot are the services described in Section II.1.4 specifically for patients registered with a GP practice located in the Stockport or Tameside localities or resident in the same localities.

Lot 2 - Manchester & Trafford

The services provided under this Lot are the services described in Section II.1.4 specifically for patients registered with a GP practice located in the Manchester & Trafford localities or resident in the same localities.

Lot 3 - Bury & Salford

The services provided under this Lot are the services described in Section II.1.4 specifically for patients registered with a GP practice located in the Bury & Salford localities or resident in the same localities.

Lot 4 - Bolton & Wigan

The services provided under this Lot are the services described in Section II.1.4 specifically for patients registered with a GP practice located in the Bolton & Wigan localities or resident in the same localities.

Lot 5 - Oldham & Rochdale

The services provided under this Lot are the services described in Section II.1.4 specifically for patients registered with a GP practice located in the Oldham & Rochdale localities or resident in the same localities.

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 Procurement Act 2023 Regulations do not apply to this award.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058698
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050283-2026
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
£44,325,080 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6EU
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD33 Manchester, TLD35 Greater Manchester South East, TLD36 Greater Manchester North West, TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

About Health Limited

Further Information

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