ESNEFT - Acute Contract

The procurement process for the "ESNEFT - Acute Contract" involves the NHS Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board as the buying organisation, focusing on hospital and related services. This contract has undergone a modification under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The tender pertains to locations in Colchester and Ipswich, classified under the CPV code 85110000 for services.

The procurement stage currently reflects contract modifications with the award being active as of early 2026. Key dates include the funding availability from 12th May 2025 and the contract signing on 7th July 2025, with the contract period extended for 360 days. This tender creates various opportunities for business growth, particularly for suppliers in the healthcare services industry.

It is designed for businesses capable of providing acute hospital services, providing an avenue for expansion and increased market presence. The contract's substantial value and significant scope, which involves both Colchester and Ipswich hospital sites, are well-suited for established and large-scale healthcare providers. Given the regulatory framework and the requirement for additional services, organisations with existing contracts or robust experience in NHS operations would be particularly competitively positioned to engage with this procurement opportunity.