FOR THE PROVISION OF MEDICAL COVER FOR INTERMEDIATE CARE BEDS

THE QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL KING'S LYNN NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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18 Jun 2026 at 12:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust is the buying organisation for the contract titled "FOR THE PROVISION OF MEDICAL COVER FOR INTERMEDIATE CARE BEDS". This procurement falls under the "services" category, specifically hospital services, and is located in the UKH16 region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process has reached the award stage with the procurement method described as a limited procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. This intention to award is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The contract, yet to be formally awarded, has a term of one year, following an award process tailored for specific criteria. Key dates include the announcement date on 18th June 2026, with the details of a standstill period mentioned for post-announcement actions.

This contract offers a substantial opportunity for businesses providing primary healthcare services, specifically small and medium-sized enterprises, as evidenced by the involvement of Vida Healthcare Limited, a small to medium enterprise, as the supplier. Companies experienced in delivering general medical services to patients in intermediate care settings, particularly those familiar with the NHS frameworks, are well-suited to compete. The opportunity allows businesses to establish or expand their footprints in public healthcare service provision, leveraging existing skills while adhering to specific regulatory frameworks like the PSR. With the procurement focusing on maintaining continuity in healthcare delivery, participating businesses can expect to enhance their service portfolios and client base.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

FOR THE PROVISION OF MEDICAL COVER FOR INTERMEDIATE CARE BEDS

Notice Description

The aim of this service is to provide primary care general medical services to patients in an NHS bed with care at the specified care home, for up to 30 patients at one time.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The aim of this service is to provide primary care general medical services to patients in an NHS bed with care at the specified care home, for up to 30 patients at one time.

Award Process C followed

Term of contract 1 year

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 standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by [Add date]. 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-06b81c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057585-2026
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

85111000 - Hospital services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jun 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
THE QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL KING'S LYNN NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KINGS LYNN
Postcode
PE30 4ET
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH52 North and West Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH16 North and West Norfolk

Local Authority
King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Electoral Ward
Springwood
Westminster Constituency
North West Norfolk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIDA HEALTHCARE

Further Information

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