Covid Medicines Triage Service

NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board is overseeing the procurement process for the "Covid Medicines Triage Service." This service falls under the medical practice and related services category and will be delivered in East Riding of Yorkshire. The procurement process is currently in the tender update stage, with the contract awarded on 17 March 2025 and set to commence from 1 April 2025 until 31 March 2026.

The approximate lifetime value of the contract is £156,000. This procurement follows a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) and utilises a direct award process outside the scope of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This tender creates an opportunity for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in healthcare services, primary care administration, and clinical triage.

Businesses with expertise in delivering antiviral therapy and adhering to national operating procedures will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. The procurement method did not require prior publication of a call for competition, making it advantageous for existing providers with satisfactory performance records. The focus on quality, innovation, value, integration, and social value in the award criteria positions this tender as a growth opportunity for healthcare providers looking to expand their service offerings and improve community health outcomes.