Direct Award C - COVID 19 Vaccination Programme for 5-17 years covering Chesterfield, Bolsover and Northeast Derbyshire Locality

The contract in question is a direct award for the COVID-19 Vaccination Programme targeting 5 to 17-year-olds in the Chesterfield, Bolsover, and Northeast Derbyshire locality. Managed by NHS England, this procurement falls under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) and is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, bypassing the Procurement Act Regulations 2023. The procurement method employed is limited, specifically an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition.

Stubley Medical Centre, identified as the previous provider and meeting all specified criteria to a satisfactory standard, is intended to receive this contract. The standstill period for representations is until midnight on 24th October 2025, and services are slated to begin on 27th October 2025, running until 31st March 2026. This tender provides substantial opportunities for Stubley Medical Centre and similar health service providers specialising in vaccination programmes or public health initiatives.

Engaging in such contracts can enhance a business's portfolio in public health service delivery and build a reputation within the governmental procurement sphere. Organisations that have previously demonstrated reliable service delivery, especially in healthcare, and those capable of meeting specific regional public health needs, are well-suited to such opportunities. The focus on reducing health inequalities and integrating service sustainability aligns with the objectives of businesses committed to social value and innovation in health services.