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BTH - Gastroenterology Insourcing

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 Dec 2025 at 16:20

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

25 Sep 2025 at 16:59

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "BTH - Gastroenterology Insourcing" contract was initiated by the Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This contract involves insourcing gastroenterology services, specifically targeting First Appointments, Follow Up Appointments, and Patient Assessments. The procurement was conducted under an open procedure, adhering to the Provider Selection Regime Competitive Process. The procurement falls within the services category and is located in Blackpool, UK (region UKD42). The contract was ultimately awarded to "18 Week Support" with the award notice published on 22 December 2025. The contract period commences on 7 January 2026 and concludes on 6 July 2027, with the option for a one-year extension. Key stages in the timeline included the tender period's conclusion on 27 October 2025 and the award date on 19 December 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in healthcare services, particularly those specialising in gastroenterology. The need for insourcing offers an avenue for companies to showcase their expertise in handling complex medical services and patient care. Given the open procurement method, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with a solid background in healthcare services can compete, provided they meet the legal and financial capacity criteria outlined in the Standard Selection Questionnaire. By participating, companies can expand their market reach within the NHS trust network, potentially securing future contracts and enhancing their portfolio with direct involvement in public health service delivery. The tender’s focus on improving service sustainability and social value might particularly appeal to businesses that prioritise quality standards and long-term partnerships in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BTH - Gastroenterology Insourcing

Notice Description

Insourcing of Gastroenterology Services to cover First Appointments, Follow Up Appointments and Patient Assessments. Tendered under Provider Selection Regime Competitive Process.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a289
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085553-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85121251 - Gastroenterologist services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£193,050 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jan 2026 - 6 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY3 8NR
Postcode Area
Blackpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
TLD4 Lancashire
Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Layton
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

18 Week Support

Further Information

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