Dermatology Service

NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board (BCICB) intends to award a contract for the provision of a dermatology service across Wolverhampton. NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands CSU, acting on behalf of BCICB, is managing this procurement process. This initiative falls under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, thereby excluding it from the scope of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

The contract, worth approximately £8,500,000, is set to begin from 1st August 2025 and will last for an initial period of three years, with an optional extension of up to two additional years. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, with the tender process currently active, and the deadline for submission of bids is 22nd January 2025. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those with experience and expertise in providing high-quality dermatology services.

The successful provider will be expected to deliver a multi-disciplinary, integrated community dermatology service covering the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of non-cancer dermatological conditions. The contract's emphasis on strong collaboration among primary, community, and secondary care services ensures a seamless patient pathway, making it particularly suitable for providers specialising in comprehensive healthcare solutions. Companies that can demonstrate a commitment to high standards of care, integration, innovation, and social value, and meet the specific service requirements detailed in the procurement documents, will be well-positioned for success in this competitive process.