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Urgent Community Response Service - NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (Kirklees Health and Care Partnership)

NHS WEST YORKSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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Award

11 May 2026 at 14:43

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board is in the process of awarding a contract for the Urgent Community Response Service within the Kirklees Health and Care Partnership. This procurement, under the Health Services category, involves providing urgent care at home to prevent hospital admissions and is managed through the Most Suitable Provider (MSP) Process. Conducted in accordance with Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, the procurement stage has progressed to the award phase, with Local Care Direct Limited identified as the recommended supplier. The contract is valued at £3,437,203 and was confirmed on 11th May 2026. Representations must be submitted by 21st May 2026, marking the end of the standstill period. The location of service delivery is within the UKE44 region, specifically for the Kirklees area.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the health services industry, particularly those adept at delivering urgent care services and possessing existing infrastructure and expertise required in urgent community response services. The procurement method employed involves a limited process earmarked for providers that can satisfy predetermined criteria, ensuring high-quality service delivery and continuity. Businesses with technical capabilities and experience in managing urgent health responses at scale are well-positioned for such contracts, promoting business growth and leadership in healthcare provision. Furthermore, this opportunity highlights the importance of understanding local healthcare landscapes and the regulatory requirements essential for successful participation in public procurement within the NHS framework.

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Notice Title

Urgent Community Response Service - NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (Kirklees Health and Care Partnership)

Notice Description

This is a notice to inform the market of the intention to award a contract for Kirklees Urgent Community Response Service for the population of Kirklees Health and Care Partnership via the Most Suitable Provider Process (MSP).<br/><br/>Urgent community response (UCR) teams provide urgent care to people in their homes which helps to avoid hospital admissions and enable people to live independently for longer.<br/>The service aim for the Kirklees UCR is to provide a crisis community response within 2 hours for all age adults who require a 0-2-hour response (health or social care) to prevent avoidable acute admissions and readmissions by managing the person at home with appropriate ongoing community support.<br/><br/> The MSP approach was selected based on a clear understanding of the local provider landscape, including the limited number of capable providers able to deliver the full Urgent Community Response Lead Provider Service at scale. Market knowledge confirmed that the incumbent providers were already delivering the services, possessed the necessary infrastructure, workforce and experience, and were therefore well placed to continue delivery within a lead provider arrangement. The MSP documentation was issued in line with the approved timetable, and the process provided assurance that the recommended provider represented the most suitable option to meet service, quality and value requirements.<br/><br/>The procurement process for the Urgent Community Response Lead Provider Service was conducted fully in accordance with the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, using the Most Suitable Provider (MSP) Process. Having regard to established market knowledge, the limited number of capable providers, and the requirement for continuity and system integration, the ICB was satisfied that the MSP process was the appropriate route. A Prior Information Notice was issued for the required minimum period, no expressions of interest were received, and the identified provider was assessed against predetermined, transparent and proportionate criteria. The evaluation was undertaken by a suitably qualified panel, recorded in full, and supported by a clear audit trail. On this basis, the ICB is satisfied that the process followed was fair, robust, transparent, and compliant with PSR requirements, and that the recommended provider represents the most suitable option to deliver the service.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a notice to inform the market of the intention to award a contract for the Kirklees Urgent Community Response Service for the population of Kirklees via the Most Suitable Provider Process.
The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.

Assessment Description:
The Basic Selection Criteria were assessed as part of the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) stage to ensure that the bidder met the minimum requirements in relation to legal and regulatory compliance, financial standing, and technical and professional capability. The provider submitted a completed PQQ and was assessed as meeting these baseline requirements and therefore progressed to the evaluation stage.
A structured scored assessment was subsequently undertaken in accordance with the procurement documentation. Evaluation was based on the key criteria, with equal weightings allocated across each of these criteria to ensure a balanced and proportionate assessment.
The submission was evaluated by appropriately qualified individuals using predefined scoring guidance to ensure a consistent, transparent, and fair approach. Responses were assessed on the extent to which they met the requirements, including demonstration of understanding, approach, relevant experience, and overall quality of the proposal.
A moderation process was undertaken to confirm the final agreed scores. The award decision was made in line with the published evaluation methodology and criteria, ensuring compliance with the principles of transparency, equal treatment, and non-discrimination. Additional information: 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 or the Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award.
The award decision maker will be in accordance with the the ICB's Financial Scheme of Delegation
The intention is to award a contract using the Most Suitable Provider Process. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by 21 May 2026. This contract has not yet been formally awarded, this notice serves as an intention to award a contract under the PSR.

Written representations should be sent to wyicb-kirk.procurement@nhs.net

No conflicts of interests were declared.

Decision Makers: In line with the ICB's financial scheme of delegation; Kirklees Place Accountable Officer and Director of Partner Relationship Management

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 or 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 21 May 2026. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award a contract under the PSR.'

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0695f5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043124-2026
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
£3,437,203 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20263 days 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 WEST YORKSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 4AS
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOCAL CARE DIRECT

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