---
title: "Stoma Sponsorship Agreement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064ce1"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-02-10"
---

# Stoma Sponsorship Agreement

Buyer: EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064ce1

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## Summary

The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Stoma Sponsorship Agreement," classified under the Hospital Services industry category. This procurement focuses on sponsoring stoma services for Ipswich and Colchester Hospitals and has a reference number ESNEFT2408. The contract value is approximately £959,430 and the procurement method being applied is the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) under the Health Care Services Regulations 2023, rather than the typical Public Contracts Regulations 2015. As such, a standstill period is in effect, allowing providers to submit representations by 21 February 2026. The contracting authority is located in Colchester, UKH14 region, and the tender has been tagged with a future planned notice date of 10 February 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those with experience in hospital services and innovation in patient care. Businesses that can offer quality and integration with existing healthcare frameworks, while providing value through sponsorship of nursing provisions and technical solutions, will find this contract particularly attractive. Additionally, organisations with experience in reducing health inequalities and enhancing patient choice will be well-suited to compete. The contract's focus on collaboration and long-term service sustainability makes it an advantageous opportunity for businesses looking to strengthen their position in the healthcare sector through synergistic and impactful solutions.

## Notice

Sponsorship of stoma nurses

### Lot Information

Lot 1

PSR Direct Award Option C. Additional 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 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by [Procurement Add date - 21/02/2026. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR 
Option C

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012002-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £959,430 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 5JL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Mile End |
| Westminster constituency | Colchester |
| Delivery location | TLH14 Suffolk CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85111000 - Hospital services

## Release History

- 10 Feb 2026 at 15:06 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012002-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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