Community Gateway to Services (Eye Care Liaison Officer Service)

The procurement process led by the NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board entails the provision of a Community Gateway to Services through an Eye Care Liaison Officer Service, situated in East Lancashire. This falls under the health services category and is aimed at facilitating expansion and integration of health services. The contract was formally awarded on 24th April 2025, following a direct award process under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, with the commencement date set for 1st April 2025, lasting until 31st March 2028.

The contract, valued at £102,846, was awarded without a prior call for competition, focusing on maintaining service continuity with an existing provider. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses proficient in delivering specialised health services, particularly those with a focus on eye care and community support. The contract favours continuity and excellence in health service delivery, awarding businesses that can reliably meet quality, integration, and service sustainability criteria.

Ideal candidates are those accustomed to working within the framework of public health service regimes and possess a strong track record of collaboration and innovation. This procurement primarily targets organisations capable of extending healthcare services and addressing societal health inequalities in a reliable and sustainable manner, such as large-scale healthcare providers.