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04 Aug 2026 at 13:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the echocardiology services in North West Surrey was managed by the NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. This contract, under the industry category of cardiology services, spans from 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2026 with a lifetime value of £130,896.00. This Direct Award Process C, as per the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, was completed on 12th May 2026, granting the award to Madeira Medical Practice, allowing them to continue providing essential echocardiography services, which play a critical role in diagnosing heart conditions. The award was made following the approval from the Surrey and Sussex ICB Executive Committee in May 2026.

This procurement opportunity offers significant potential for business growth particularly suited to medical practices and small to medium enterprises already demonstrating capabilities in the healthcare sector. By ensuring continued service integration with local healthcare providers and aligning with NHS sustainability goals, Madeira Medical Practice has demonstrated innovation and value. Businesses with expertise in cardiology diagnostics, a track record of delivering high-quality services, and the ability to innovate within healthcare systems would find this type of contract beneficial for expanding their operations in the local healthcare market. Moreover, the integration of digital tools and support for local employment and training highlights opportunities for businesses that prioritise social value and digital transformation in healthcare.

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Notice Title

Echocardiology Services - North West Surrey - CAN

Notice Description

The service provides Echocardiography which is an essential diagnostic tool in the treatment and management of patients with suspected heart failure and other heart conditions.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The service provides Echocardiography which is an essential diagnostic tool in the treatment and management of patients with suspected heart failure and other heart conditions. Surrey and Sussex ICB has awarded the contract to the existing provider following Direct Award Process C. The approximate lifetime value of the contract will be PS130,896.00 (PS65,448.00 per annum) over the two-year term, from 1st April 2024 until 31st March 2026.

Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) contract 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 and the Procurement Act (2023) do not apply to this award.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06db64
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073750-2026
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

85121231 - Cardiology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£130,896 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20262 months 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 SURREY AND SUSSEX INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 2FZ
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ25 West Surrey

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MADEIRA MEDICAL PRACTICE

Further Information

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