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    "description": "This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to 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 standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. This contract has not yet been formally awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under PSR. Award decision makers: Cathy Jones and Chris Elliott No conflicts of interest were identified among anyone who was involved in this process. The award decision has been made subject to criteria listed below: Quality and innovation Value Integration, collaboration and service sustainability Improving access, reducing health inequalities and facilitation choice Social Value",
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        "title": "Urgent GP Clinic Services",
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        "description": "The contracting authority is seeking to re-commission the provision of Urgent GP Clinic Services for Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS FT.",
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                "description": "Provision of Urgent GP Clinic Services to Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS FT for both Bedford Hospital and Luton & Dunstable Hospital sites. The intention is to award a contract to our existing provider, Atrumed Healthcare, by following the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) direct award process C. Contract duration 01.04.2027 - 31.03.2030. With an option to extend for a further 2 years. Estimated contract value: PS27.5m.",
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