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title: "Somerset Local Pharmacy First Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067681"
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# Somerset Local Pharmacy First Service

Buyer: NHS SOMERSET INTEGRATED CARE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067681

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## Summary

The Somerset Local Pharmacy First Service, overseen by the NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board in Yeovil, United Kingdom, involves health services classified under CPV code 85100000. The contract, commencing on 1st April 2026 for a duration of 12 months until 31st March 2027, includes an option to extend for up to another year. The procurement process is currently in the award stage following the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) under the Health Care Services Regulations 2023. While the contract has not yet been formally awarded, the notice marks the beginning of the standstill period, with representations from providers due by 9th April 2026. This limited procurement method was chosen due to the assurance that the existing provider is satisfactorily fulfilling the original contract and will continue to meet the needs of the Somerset population.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the healthcare industry, particularly those specialising in community health services. Companies with a strong focus on quality, integration, and value, and that are adept at improving access and reducing health inequalities, will find this contract significant for business growth. Given the contract's emphasis on social value and collaboration, businesses that can provide innovative health services within local pharmacies in Somerset are well-positioned to compete, capitalising on reduced GP appointments and enhanced service sustainability. Avon Healthcare Services Ltd, a large enterprise based in Bristol, is currently active as the supplier, setting a precedent for other qualified providers to consider entering this market space.

## Notice

NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board "ICB" is using The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 (PSR), Direct Award Process C for the award of this contract. The existing provider is satisfying the original contract and will likely satisfy the proposed new contract. The services provided and the service specification are not changing considerably The Contract is for a period of 12 months from 01/04/26 to 31/03/27 with the option to extend for any number of months up to 12 months. 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 and The Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Service is for contract support to allow pharmacies to provide Somerset Local Pharmacy First service. Patients can access the service locally at pharmacies and thus do not have to contact GP practices. Consultations in the pharmacies save GP appointments and time, as well as providing better value for money The authority is assured that the current provider is delivering this service and outcomes to a satisfactory level and meeting the needs of the Somerset Population. PSR Direct Award Process C has been used for the award of this contract. The existing provider is satisfying the original contract and will likely satisfy the proposed new contract. The services provided and the service specification are not changing considerably. The Commissioner made the decision of directly awarding the incumbent Provider in accordance with the following five criteria outlined in Regulation (9) of the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023: * Quality and innovation * Value * Integration, collaboration, and service sustainability * Improving access, reducing health inequalities and facilitating choice * Social value The contract value is PS4,200 per annum. The contract will commence 1st April 2026 for 12 months with the option to extend for any number of months up to 12 months which could take the expiry to 31st March 2028 if the option to extend for the full 12 months is enacted. 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 and The Procurement Act 2023 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 9th April 2026 (8 working days following publication of intention to award notice). This contract has not yet formally been awarded. This Notice has been published by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners.

### Procurement 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 and The Procurement Act 2023 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 the relevant authority by 9th April 2026. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028521-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender 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 | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £4,200 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS SOMERSET INTEGRATED CARE BOARD |
| Locality | YEOVIL |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA22 8HR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Brympton |
| Westminster constituency | Yeovil |
| Delivery location | TLK23 Somerset CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AVON HEALTHCARE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services
- 85323000 - Community health services

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2026 at 13:10 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028521-2026
- 27 Mar 2026 at 12:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028515-2026

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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