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Outsourced bariatric services

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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TenderUpdate

02 Oct 2025 at 15:16

Award

08 Sep 2025 at 13:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process overseen by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust involves the provision of outsourced bariatric surgery services aimed at reducing the Trust's patient waiting list. This contract, titled "Outsourced bariatric services," falls under the category of surgical specialist services and is located within Somerset, United Kingdom. As of the latest update on 2nd October 2025, the tender process has moved to the award stage, confirming that SW Healthcare Partnership Limited has been selected under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The contract commenced on 22nd September 2025 and is set to conclude on 21st December 2025, with an optional extension of up to three months. The procurement was conducted without prior publication of a call for competition, under the Provider Selection Regime, with the contract valued at £150,000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in surgical and healthcare services, particularly those equipped to handle bariatric surgery. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in innovative healthcare solutions, integration, and collaboration are especially well-suited to compete due to the importance of quality and integration highlighted in the evaluation criteria. The contract's focus on reducing healthcare inequalities and facilitating patient choice can drive business growth for suppliers offering value-added services. Companies with experience in delivering high-standard healthcare services and effective patient management systems may find this contract aligns well with their strategic goals.

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Notice Title

Outsourced bariatric services

Notice Description

Provision of outsourced bariatric surgery to reduce the Trust's waiting list.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of outsourced bariatric surgery within Somerset for up to 20 patients. 10 patients by 31/10/25 and potentially up to a further 10 patients by 31/12/25 (or sooner). Procedures include Allurion Balloon placement and Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass. Additional information: The Trust intends to outsource surgical treatment for bariatric patients in the short-term to reduce waiting lists. This notice is an intention to award a contract under the PSR Most Suitable Provider process. The total lifetime value of this contract is approximately PS150,000.00. The Trust does not currently have a contract in place for this service. The Trust has used the selected provider in the past. Contract start: 22 September 2025 Contract end: 21 December 2025

Options: Up to an additional 3 moths

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 standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made by midnight on 18 September 2025. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0595e4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061884-2025
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85121300 - Surgical specialist services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Sep 20255 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
SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Nicky Keeble
Contact Email
servicesteam.procurement@somersetft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 5DA
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK23 Somerset CC

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SW HEALTHCARE PARTNERSHIP

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