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26 Jun 2026 at 14:36

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board (ICB) is set to award a contract under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) for community health services, specifically Continuing Healthcare (CHC) home care services, to First Option Healthcare. The contract process is in the award stage, with a standstill period ending on 8th July 2026, during which representations by providers can be submitted. This contract is notable for its emphasis on patient choice, continuity of care, and service quality. The initial contract is set to commence on 1st April 2026, with a duration of 24 months, although specific placements may vary in length depending on the eligibility of individual service users. The procurement method employed was a limited award procedure without a prior publication of a call for competition.

This tender presents significant business opportunities due to its focus on the growing demand for community health services and patient-centric care solutions. Businesses specialising in home care and capable of delivering exceptional service quality and continuity in healthcare would be well-positioned to leverage this opportunity. The ongoing partnership with First Option Healthcare, a large supplier, underscores the potential for collaboration and expansion within this sector. Companies with experience in or aspirations to enter the community health services industry may find opportunities to enhance their service delivery and establish long-term relationships with public health entities, aiding business growth and sustainability.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

WNL ICB - First Option Healthcare

Notice Description

Contract renewed with existing supplier for the provision of Continuing Healthcare<br/>(CHC) for one or more existing service user placements.<br/><br/>Supplier delivers the following service: Home care<br/><br/>Contract start date of 01/04/2026. Contract duration period is for 24 months. <br/>To note individual placements duration are not defined; dependent on eligibility of<br/>individual service user for Continuing Healthcare (CHC). Therefore placements can be shorter or longer than 24 months.<br/><br/><br/>Contract total award: not applicable <br/><br/>Current weekly payments to provider: PS10,302.02

Lot Information

Lot 1

Contract Authority intends to award a contract to an existing provider following direct award process C.

Continuing Healthcare (CHC) home care service is provided. Due to the nature of CHC eligibility, placement contract end date not defined, nor lifetime value of the placement. However the proposed NHS Standard Contract duration is 24 months.

Weekly value of the contract is PS10302.02


Award Criteria: the existing provider is satisfying the original contract and will likely satisfy the proposed contract to a sufficient standard.

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. <br/>The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by 08/07/2026. 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-06be80
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060465-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

85323000 - Community health 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 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20262 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 WEST AND NORTH LONDON INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 5JD
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Marylebone
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIRST OPTION HEALTHCARE

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