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06 Jul 2026 at 08:16

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process, spearheaded by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, culminated in the awarding of a contract titled "Hospital Admission Avoidance Support." This procurement is under the services category, specifically within health services, and focuses on collaborating with the NHS Urgent Community Response scheme. The initiative aims to ensure patients recuperate safely at home after an emergency, thereby preventing unnecessary hospital admissions. The procurement was carried out using a 'direct' method, below the threshold without competition, and the contract is set to run from 1st April 2026 to 31st December 2026. Key parties involved in this procurement include Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council as the buyer, operating from their Civic Centre in Bournemouth, UK, and the supplier PRAMALIFE, an SME also based in Bournemouth. The procurement stage is finalised with the status marked as 'complete' as of 6th July 2026.

This contract presents an opportunity for providers in the healthcare services industry, particularly those capable of supporting community-based health initiatives, to expand their market presence and capabilities. With the focus on avoiding hospital admissions, businesses specialising in healthcare support services, especially small to medium-sized enterprises like PRAMALIFE, are poised to benefit from such contracts. The procurement process's emphasis on direct selection without competition suggests opportunities for organisations that have strong local partnerships and capabilities in delivering tailored health services. Businesses looking to grow in this market segment should be equipped to work closely with public authorities and healthcare providers to deliver efficient, community-focused services.

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Notice Title

Hospital Admission Avoidance Support

Notice Description

Working with the NHS Urgent Community Response (UCR) scheme, to ensure that patients are recovering well after an emergency call out, and that it is safe for them to remain at home instead of being admitted to hospital.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c3fa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063055-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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
£42,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOURNEMOUTH
Postcode
BH2 6DY
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Bournemouth Central
Westminster Constituency
Bournemouth West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRAMALIFE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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