Planning

The Provisions of Audiology Services in the community

EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

26 May 2026 at 13:30

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust is initiating a public procurement process for "The Provisions of Audiology Services in the community", under the services category, primarily related to ENT or audiologist services. The planning stage of this process began with a pipeline notice published on 26th May 2026. Located in Colchester, United Kingdom, the Trust intends to commence the contract period on 1st April 2028, ending on 31st March 2033. A future notice is expected by 1st October 2027, indicating further steps in the procurement process. This planned procurement follows the legal framework stipulated by the UK Public General Acts 2023, offering substantial lead time for interested suppliers to prepare for potential bidding.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in audiology services, particularly those with capabilities in delivering community-focused solutions. Companies with experience in similar NHS service provisions or those looking to expand their footprint in the Essex and Suffolk regions will find this an apt opportunity. The Trust’s requirement for comprehensive audiological services could be ideal for established providers looking to secure long-term contracts, given the five-year duration of the potential service agreement. Engaging with the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust could enhance business portfolios and provide entry into further public sector health service contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provisions of Audiology Services in the community

Notice Description

The Provisions of Audiology Services in the community for ESNEFT. The Authority reserves the right not to proceed to procurement where it is determined that the service is no longer required, alternative delivery arrangements are available, existing contractual extension provisions can be utilised, or for any other operational, commercial, or strategic reason.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a3c6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048839-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85121240 - ENT or audiologist services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 20272 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2028 - 31 Mar 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 5JL
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Mile End
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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