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Virtual Triage for Patient Referrals

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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04 Mar 2026 at 10:52

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Virtual Triage for Patient Referrals" was conducted by Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in collaboration with Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. This initiative falls within the healthcare industry category, specifically targeting health services related to Gastroenterology, Gynaecology, and ENT, and is located in the United Kingdom. The contract was awarded to Consultant Connect Limited on 3rd March 2026 and is set to be active until 30th April 2026, with the possibility of an extension. The contract was procured through a direct method, identified as below the threshold without prior competition, indicating an expedited process due to specific healthcare requirements. The project has been finalised as of the award stage.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for large-scale healthcare service providers to enhance their offerings by developing innovative virtual triage systems. With an emphasis on efficiently managing patient referrals, businesses specialising in healthcare technology, patient management systems, and referral solutions can leverage their expertise to aid NHS Trusts in improving patient care pathways. Furthermore, this contract encourages businesses to explore advancements in virtual healthcare services, potentially setting the stage for future collaborations and growth in digital health services. The successful supplier, Consultant Connect Limited, exemplifies the potential for growth and innovation within the healthcare sector through strategic partnerships with public health organisations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Virtual Triage for Patient Referrals

Notice Description

Virtual triage of patient referrals based on local pathways for Gastroenterology, Gynaecology and ENT. Services to be undertaken as a reprioritisation exercise of an existing list and / or may be done to identify inappropriate referrals by returning them to the GP with detailed advice and guidance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0661d9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019365-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£110,250 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Additional Buyers

Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KETTERING
Postcode
NN16 8UZ
Postcode Area
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
St Peter
Westminster Constituency
Kettering

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Consultant Connect

Further Information

Notice Documents

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