DGFT-Kidderminster Satellite dialysis

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust intends to award a contract under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) for the provision of high-quality, patient-centred dialysis services at Kidderminster Satellite Dialysis Unit. The service focuses on maintenance dialysis treatment for patients with end-stage kidney disease within the Kidderminster Hospital catchment area. This notice marks the start of the standstill period, with representations by providers due by 25th February 2025.

The contract, valued at approximately £8,962,030 including options, will commence in March 2025, spanning four years with the potential for up to three years extension. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, and the awarding of the contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The procurement method employed is a limited procedure without prior publication of a call for competition.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in healthcare services, particularly those experienced in providing high-quality dialysis treatment. The contract's focus on quality, value, integration, and social value highlights the priority areas that prospective bidders should address to be competitive. With a significant contract value and potential for extension, businesses with established healthcare services infrastructure and innovation capabilities stand to benefit greatly.

Companies that can demonstrate collaborative approaches to service sustainability and address health inequalities will be well-positioned to secure this contract.