---
title: "Virtual Triage for Patient Referrals"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0661d9"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "KETTERING GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-03-04"
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# Virtual Triage for Patient Referrals

Buyer: KETTERING GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0661d9

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Virtual Triage for Patient Referrals" was conducted by Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in collaboration with Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. This initiative falls within the healthcare industry category, specifically targeting health services related to Gastroenterology, Gynaecology, and ENT, and is located in the United Kingdom. The contract was awarded to Consultant Connect Limited on 3rd March 2026 and is set to be active until 30th April 2026, with the possibility of an extension. The contract was procured through a direct method, identified as below the threshold without prior competition, indicating an expedited process due to specific healthcare requirements. The project has been finalised as of the award stage.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for large-scale healthcare service providers to enhance their offerings by developing innovative virtual triage systems. With an emphasis on efficiently managing patient referrals, businesses specialising in healthcare technology, patient management systems, and referral solutions can leverage their expertise to aid NHS Trusts in improving patient care pathways. Furthermore, this contract encourages businesses to explore advancements in virtual healthcare services, potentially setting the stage for future collaborations and growth in digital health services. The successful supplier, Consultant Connect Limited, exemplifies the potential for growth and innovation within the healthcare sector through strategic partnerships with public health organisations.

## Notice

Virtual triage of patient referrals based on local pathways for Gastroenterology, Gynaecology and ENT. Services to be undertaken as a reprioritisation exercise of an existing list and / or may be done to identify inappropriate referrals by returning them to the GP with detailed advice and guidance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019365-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £110,250 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | KETTERING GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Additional buyers | NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST |
| Locality | KETTERING |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN16 8UZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Delapre and Rushmere |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CONSULTANT CONNECT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2026 at 10:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019365-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019365-2026
  4th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/

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