Contract between Suffolk and North East Essex (SNEE) ICB as lead Commissioner and West Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust (WSFT) for the provision of Acute services

This procurement process involves a contract modification notice under the Provider Selection Regime for health services. The buying organisation, NHS Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board, is collaborating with West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust for acute services provision. The contract, initially signed on 10th May 2022, was active at the time of a significant amendment on 1st April 2025, focusing on pass-through funding from NHS England for activities at Newmarket Community Diagnostics Centre.

Located in the UKH14 region, this procurement spans the health services category, specifically targeting services provided at Newmarket Hospital and Bury St Edmunds. This tender creates business growth opportunities within the health services sector, particularly for large-scale hospital institutions capable of delivering acute services and handling substantial NHS funding. Firms experienced in providing diagnostic services or acute medical care in the specified region may find this contract appealing.

The contract's ongoing status and financial backing from NHS England present fruitful engagement possibilities for firms specialising in health care service provision, especially those accustomed to collaborative work with integrated care boards. This can lead to increased capacity and influence in the local healthcare market.