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Somerset Local Pharmacy First Service

NHS SOMERSET INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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Summary of the contracting process

The Somerset Local Pharmacy First Service, overseen by the NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board in Yeovil, United Kingdom, involves health services classified under CPV code 85100000. The contract, commencing on 1st April 2026 for a duration of 12 months until 31st March 2027, includes an option to extend for up to another year. The procurement process is currently in the award stage following the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) under the Health Care Services Regulations 2023. While the contract has not yet been formally awarded, the notice marks the beginning of the standstill period, with representations from providers due by 9th April 2026. This limited procurement method was chosen due to the assurance that the existing provider is satisfactorily fulfilling the original contract and will continue to meet the needs of the Somerset population.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the healthcare industry, particularly those specialising in community health services. Companies with a strong focus on quality, integration, and value, and that are adept at improving access and reducing health inequalities, will find this contract significant for business growth. Given the contract's emphasis on social value and collaboration, businesses that can provide innovative health services within local pharmacies in Somerset are well-positioned to compete, capitalising on reduced GP appointments and enhanced service sustainability. Avon Healthcare Services Ltd, a large enterprise based in Bristol, is currently active as the supplier, setting a precedent for other qualified providers to consider entering this market space.

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Notice Title

Somerset Local Pharmacy First Service

Notice Description

NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board "ICB" is using The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 (PSR), Direct Award Process C for the award of this contract. The existing provider is satisfying the original contract and will likely satisfy the proposed new contract. The services provided and the service specification are not changing considerably The Contract is for a period of 12 months from 01/04/26 to 31/03/27 with the option to extend for any number of months up to 12 months. 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 and The Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Service is for contract support to allow pharmacies to provide Somerset Local Pharmacy First service. Patients can access the service locally at pharmacies and thus do not have to contact GP practices. Consultations in the pharmacies save GP appointments and time, as well as providing better value for money The authority is assured that the current provider is delivering this service and outcomes to a satisfactory level and meeting the needs of the Somerset Population. PSR Direct Award Process C has been used for the award of this contract. The existing provider is satisfying the original contract and will likely satisfy the proposed new contract. The services provided and the service specification are not changing considerably. The Commissioner made the decision of directly awarding the incumbent Provider in accordance with the following five criteria outlined in Regulation (9) of the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023: * Quality and innovation * Value * Integration, collaboration, and service sustainability * Improving access, reducing health inequalities and facilitating choice * Social value The contract value is PS4,200 per annum. The contract will commence 1st April 2026 for 12 months with the option to extend for any number of months up to 12 months which could take the expiry to 31st March 2028 if the option to extend for the full 12 months is enacted. 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 and The Procurement Act 2023 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 9th April 2026 (8 working days following publication of intention to award notice). This contract has not yet formally been awarded. This Notice has been published by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners.

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 and The Procurement Act 2023 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 9th April 2026. 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-067681
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028521-2026
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

85100000 - Health services

85323000 - Community health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,200 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks 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 SOMERSET INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YEOVIL
Postcode
BA22 8HR
Post Town
Bath
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
Brympton
Westminster Constituency
Yeovil

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AVON HEALTHCARE SERVICES

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