Community Pharmacy MMR Enhanced Service

NHS England (London Region) has updated the procurement process for the Community Pharmacy MMR Enhanced Service under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The contract, spanning health services, has been awarded using Direct Award Process C, with the formal announcement made on 17 April 2025. This service contract runs from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026 and falls outside the scope of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

The buyer, NHS England located in London, initiated this tender with the intention to award the contract directly, following limited procurement procedures without a prior publication of a call for competition. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly community pharmacies, as it involves direct engagement with NHS England (London Region). The procurement method selected underscores the importance of quality, innovation, and integration within the awarded contract, making it appealing for existing providers who demonstrate service sustainability and a commitment to improving access and reducing health inequalities.

Large-scale community pharmacies across London have already engaged as suppliers, highlighting the suitability of well-established providers in this sector to secure contracts and expand their operations within the regional healthcare framework.