---
title: "Provision of Intermediate Care Beds in Northumberland"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0487b9"
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buyer: "NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2025-03-03"
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# Provision of Intermediate Care Beds in Northumberland

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0487b9

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## Summary

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has initiated a procurement process to secure the provision of 15 Intermediate Care Beds in Northumberland, classified under the health services industry category. The procuring process is being conducted under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), specifically excluding the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The contracting process is active and in the tender update stage, with key dates including the standstill period commencing the day after 12th September 2024, with representations from providers due by 12 midnight, 11th September 2024. The contract, valued at £3,441,428 for a maximum potential 4-year period, will start on 20th September 2024, initially for one year with the option to extend for up to three additional 12-month periods at the discretion of the Trust. The primary delivery location is Northumberland, UK.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in health services, particularly those providing residential health and nursing care facilities. Given the high contract value and potential for extensions, companies experienced in healthcare delivery, intermediate care, or rehabilitation services can expand their portfolio and secure long-term business growth. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that meet the competitive criteria, such as the number of beds available, Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration and ratings, and robust business continuity plans, are well-suited to compete. Additionally, with award criteria balancing price (70%) and quality (30%), businesses that demonstrate high quality in service standards, staff training, and social value contributions like health improvement and net zero progress will have a competitive edge. This competition opens the door for innovative healthcare providers to strengthen their market presence in the UK's health sector.

## Notice

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is carrying out this procurement process to secure the provision of 15 Intermediate Care Beds in Northumberland.

The contract will be for a period of 1 year with the option to extend for a further 3 x 12 month periods.

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Contract 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.

This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. 
The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by 12 midnight, 11th September 2024 to the email address: elliott.briggs@northumbria-healthcare.nhs.uk

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is carrying out this procurement process to secure the provision of 15 Intermediate Care Beds in Northumberland.

The contract will be for a period of 1 year with the option to extend for a further 3 x 12 month periods.

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Contract 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.

This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.
The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by 11th September 2024 to the email address: elliott.briggs@northumbria-healthcare.nhs.uk. Additional information: This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Contract 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.

This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.
The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by 11th September 2024 to the email address: elliott.briggs@northumbria-healthcare.nhs.uk

Renewal: 3 x 12 months extension options

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007640-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,500,000 |
| Lots value | £4,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £3,441,428 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | NORTH SHIELDS |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE29 8NH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | North Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Shiremoor |
| Westminster constituency | Tynemouth |
| Delivery location | TLC21 Northumberland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COUNTRYWIDE CARE HOMES (2 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services
- 85111400 - Rehabilitation hospital services
- 85144000 - Residential health facilities services
- 85144100 - Residential nursing care services

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2025 at 11:16 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007640-2025
- 29 Aug 2024 at 10:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027531-2024
- 5 Aug 2024 at 14:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024539-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.northumbria.nhs.uk
- https://www.northumbria.nhs.uk/

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