Albion Mill (medical oversight)

The procurement process led by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board involves the contract titled "Albion Mill (medical oversight)", which falls under the industry category of general-practitioner services. The procurement pertains to the provision of medical oversight at Albion Mill located in the UKD4 region, specifically Preston. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase following the confirmation of contract award under the Provider Selection Regime.

The contract has been awarded directly to Shifa Surgery Limited, with a contract start date of 1st July 2025 and an end date of 31st March 2026. The contract value amounts to £210,493. This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for service providers in the healthcare sector with expertise in general-practitioner services.

As the contract was awarded through a direct award process without prior competition, existing providers that satisfy current contracts are well-positioned to compete for similar future opportunities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), such as Shifa Surgery Limited, can leverage such contracts to strengthen their market presence, especially those based in or aiming to expand within the Lancashire and South Cumbria region. The focus on maintaining quality, innovation, integration, and service sustainability makes it an ideal opportunity for businesses prioritising these criteria.