---
title: "BTH - Gastroenterology Insourcing"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a289"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BLACKPOOL TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2025-12-22"
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# BTH - Gastroenterology Insourcing

Buyer: BLACKPOOL TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a289

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "BTH - Gastroenterology Insourcing" contract was initiated by the Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This contract involves insourcing gastroenterology services, specifically targeting First Appointments, Follow Up Appointments, and Patient Assessments. The procurement was conducted under an open procedure, adhering to the Provider Selection Regime Competitive Process. The procurement falls within the services category and is located in Blackpool, UK (region UKD42). The contract was ultimately awarded to "18 Week Support" with the award notice published on 22 December 2025. The contract period commences on 7 January 2026 and concludes on 6 July 2027, with the option for a one-year extension. Key stages in the timeline included the tender period's conclusion on 27 October 2025 and the award date on 19 December 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in healthcare services, particularly those specialising in gastroenterology. The need for insourcing offers an avenue for companies to showcase their expertise in handling complex medical services and patient care. Given the open procurement method, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with a solid background in healthcare services can compete, provided they meet the legal and financial capacity criteria outlined in the Standard Selection Questionnaire. By participating, companies can expand their market reach within the NHS trust network, potentially securing future contracts and enhancing their portfolio with direct involvement in public health service delivery. The tender’s focus on improving service sustainability and social value might particularly appeal to businesses that prioritise quality standards and long-term partnerships in the healthcare sector.

## Notice

Insourcing of Gastroenterology Services to cover First Appointments, Follow Up Appointments and Patient Assessments. Tendered under Provider Selection Regime Competitive Process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085553-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Jan 2026 - 6 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | £300,000 |
| Awards value | £193,050 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BLACKPOOL TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY3 8NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Layton |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | TLD4 Lancashire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | 18 WEEK SUPPORT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85121251 - Gastroenterologist services

## Release History

- 22 Dec 2025 at 16:20 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085553-2025
- 25 Sep 2025 at 15:59 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059882-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085553-2025
  22nd December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059882-2025
  25th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-5596
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-5597

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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