Continuing Healthcare Activity Support

The procurement process for the "Continuing Healthcare Activity Support" contract is managed by the NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board. This contract falls under the services category, specifically "Advisory services provided by nurses" (CPV code: 85141220), and involves the provision of remote and face-to-face reviews of continuing healthcare packages and fast-track reviews. Located in Kent & Medway, with deliveries also covering regions from UKC to UKK, the procurement has reached the "Award" stage as of 2nd October 2025.

The contract is valued at approximately £464,965 and will span from 15th October 2025 to 14th October 2026, with an optional 6-month extension. The procurement followed a limited procedure without a prior call for competition under the Provider Selection Regime, intended for healthcare services. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs like UB Healthcare, which successfully secured the contract through its advantageous submission.

The focus on quality, integration, collaboration, sustainability, and social value, as well as reducing health inequalities, highlights the suitability for businesses experienced in innovative healthcare solutions. With quality weighted at 60% and cost at 40%, the criteria emphasise the importance of delivering value-driven healthcare services. Companies capable of meeting these rigorous standards and those with expertise in the healthcare domain are well-positioned to compete for such tenders.