Award

Provision of a Low Vision Service

NHS GLOUCESTERSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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30 Jan 2026 at 11:04

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process is being managed by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for the provision of a Low Vision Service, categorised under health services. The procurement stage is currently in the award phase, with an approximate contract value of £49,700 for a one-year period starting from 1 April 2026. The intention to award the contract has been announced under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, specifically to Primary Eyecare Services Ltd, the current incumbent provider. The location of service delivery is Gloucestershire, and providers have until Tuesday, 10 February 2026, to make representations during the standstill period. The procurement method used was limited, proceeding without prior publication of a call for competition.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with expertise in eye care. It is an excellent opportunity for companies that can provide high-quality, accessible eye care in community settings, as demonstrated by the current provider. SMEs in the health sector, particularly those with a proven track record of meeting NHS standards and legislative requirements, would be well-suited to compete for such contracts in future procurement opportunities. The established criteria for this award, including a focus on comprehensive service delivery, may be of particular interest to businesses looking to expand their footprint within NHS frameworks.

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Notice Title

Provision of a Low Vision Service

Notice Description

Provision of a Low Vision Service.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) confirmation of contract award notice. This contract is being awarded under 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 Tuesday 10 February 2026 (8 working days following publication of intention to award notice). This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. Gloucestershire ICB award decision makers: Gloucestershire ICB Operational Executive NHS Provider Selection Regime Direct Award C. The current incumbent, Primary Eyecare Services (PES), was considered against the 5 key criteria. These criteria are not weighted differently as they are equally important for this service. They are currently meeting all contractual and legislative requirements and have been delivering this accessible, high-quality eye care service in community settings on behalf of NHS Gloucestershire ICB and since 2024. No conflicts of interest registered. COI is managed using the ICB COI process along with NHSE COI guidance and the PSR reg 21 and guidance. Approximate contract value: PS49,700. Proposed contract length 1-year from 1 April 2026.

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 the relevant authority by Tuesday 10 February 2026 (8 working days following publication of intention to award notice). 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-0612bb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008356-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award 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

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,700 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jan 20261 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
NHS GLOUCESTERSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLOUCESTER
Postcode
GL1 2TG
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLK13 Gloucestershire CC

Local Authority
Gloucester
Electoral Ward
Westgate
Westminster Constituency
Gloucester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRIMARY EYECARE SERVICES

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