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18 Jun 2026 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by MID CHESHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST involves a contract award for the provision of a dermatology service, specifically for patients in East Cheshire. The industry category of this tender falls under health services, classified by CPV code 85100000. The procurement stage is currently marked as 'award', referencing the contract ID 057642-2026. This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice, subject to Health Care Services Regulations 2023, and falls outside the scope of Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The standstill period following this announcement commenced on 19th June 2026, with representations expected by 30th June 2026. The procurement was conducted via a limited method, bypassing prior call for competition, and the successful provider identified is Dermwise Limited.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in healthcare service provision, particularly those specialising in dermatology. SMEs like Dermwise Limited that can offer consultant-led services, including healthcare and administrative support, outpatient clinics, and minor operatory procedures, are well-suited to this opportunity. The focus on delivering specialised clinical services to East Cheshire Patients offers niche markets a chance to grow by aligning with NHS Trusts’ strategic procurement objectives. The contract, valued at £232,000, signifies a potent opportunity for healthcare providers to showcase their capabilities while adhering to specific regulations and standards set forth by the NHS Trust.

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Notice Title

Dermatology Service

Notice Description

To provide a consultant led service for patients of East Cheshire Dermatology service

Lot Information

Lot 1

To provide a consultant led service for East Cheshire dermatology patients, providing a fully managed service including healthcare and administrative support. Services include outpatient clinics and minor op procedures.

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 the relevant authority by midnight on the 30th June2026. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR Direct Award C.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b841
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057642-2026
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
£232,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 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
MID CHESHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CREWE
Postcode
CW1 4QJ
Post Town
Crewe
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD62 Cheshire East
Delivery Location
TLD62 Cheshire East

Local Authority
Cheshire East
Electoral Ward
Leighton
Westminster Constituency
Crewe and Nantwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DERMWISE

Further Information

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