Assisted Discharge Support Service - East Riding of Yorkshire

The NHS Humber & North Yorkshire ICB has completed the procurement process for the "Assisted Discharge Support Service - East Riding of Yorkshire." This project falls under the industry category of guidance services, providing support for hospital discharge and reducing readmissions in the East Riding of Yorkshire region. The service will operate at Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital.

The procurement was conducted through a direct method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold, resulting in an award valued at GBP 147,846. The contract period is from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026, with the award notice published on 24 March 2025. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in healthcare support services, to contribute to the community and expand their service offerings.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts due to the nature and scale of the work involved. The awarded contract to The British Red Cross Society highlights the potential for organisations with experience in emergency and community support services to play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes and reducing hospital readmissions.