Audiology and Cardiology

NHS Devon Integrated Care Board (NHS Devon ICB) has issued an intention to award notice under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) for Audiology and Cardiology services, indicating their plan to award a contract valuing £2,136,178. The procurement falls under the Health Care Services category and is designated to be delivered in the UKK41 region. The tender is currently in the Award stage, with significant dates including the standstill period ending on 20th February 2025 and the contract commencing on 1st April 2025.

This procurement was executed through a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, targeting improved healthcare services through early diagnostics and shifting activity into primary care settings. This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses with expertise in healthcare services, specifically those focusing on audiology and cardiology. The successful provider, Express Diagnostics, was selected through Direct Award Process C, based on their performance against established criteria such as Quality, Value, Integration, Equalities Improvement, and Social Value.

Firms specialising in healthcare diagnostics and capable of delivering high-quality, integrated services in primary care would find such tenders a valuable avenue for business growth. Additionally, businesses in the UKK41 region or those with existing contracts in similar service areas will be well-positioned to compete for such opportunities in the future.