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29 Jul 2026 at 15:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Waiting Well," which falls under the health services industry category. This service contract, facilitated through a direct award under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), is located in Newcastle upon Tyne, specifically within the UKC22 region. Key events in this process included the initiation of the standstill period on 30th July 2026. The contract, valued at approximately £67,478, will begin on 1st September 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2027. The procurement used a limited method without prior publication of a call for competition, aimed at continuing existing service provisions compliant with the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses that specialise in health services and have the ability to integrate, innovate and support sustainable health service delivery. Particularly, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of enhancing service quality and demonstrating social value would find this contract advantageous for business growth. Additionally, Healthworks, the awarded SME service provider, caters specifically to the local populace in Newcastle upon Tyne, suggesting a preference or competitive edge for businesses familiar with the local healthcare landscape. Given the nature of this contract focusing on continuity and expansion of services, businesses that can offer value through improved access and reduced inequalities will likely be successful in such procurement opportunities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Waiting Well

Notice Description

Waiting Well

Lot Information

Lot 1

Ways to Wellness provide services to the Newcastle upon Tyne NHS Foundation Trust. This contract has been awarded under PSR Direct Award Process C. The approximate value of the contract is PS67,478. Service scheduled to commence 01/09/2026 and conclude 31/03/2027

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 Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award. The standstill standstill period begins on 30th July 2026. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by the end of standstill.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d6e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071880-2026
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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 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 NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE 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
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE
Postcode
NE7 7DN
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC22 Tyneside

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Dene & South Gosforth
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HEALTHWORKS

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