Flu Voucher Scheme

The Flu Voucher Scheme, initiated by East Riding of Yorkshire Council, focuses on providing employees with vouchers for private flu vaccinations during the winter of 2025. This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically health and social work services, and covers multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The procurement method employed for this contract was a limited competition, as it was below the threshold.

The process has advanced to the award stage, with the contract having been signed on 25 August 2025, and is set to be active from 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2026, with an extension option until 2027. The total contract value is £54,940, with a gross amount of £65,928. This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those capable of managing and delivering a voucher scheme across a wide geographical area.

SMEs like FLU XPRESS Ltd, already involved as a supplier in this contract, serve as an example of the types of businesses well-suited for this opportunity. Companies with a strong logistical framework and those experienced in handling public health projects can leverage contracts like these to build their portfolio and increase market visibility within the public sector.