GP Out of Hours Services inc. Pre-ED Streaming

The NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board has completed a procurement process for "GP Out of Hours Services inc. Pre-ED Streaming" within the health services category. This contract, valued at £4,303,288, aims to provide an integrated urgent primary care service across Bury, ensuring clinically safe and accessible urgent care in collaboration with community, ambulance, acute health and social care systems.

The contract covers the period from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026, with an optional extension for another year, ending on 31st March 2027. The procurement process operated under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Direct Award Process C, a limited method indicating no prior competitive call for bids was published. This notice serves an intention to award the contract to BARDOC Ltd, with a final decision to follow post-standstill period ending 27th June 2025.

The procurement stage for this contract is complete, with the formal award expected soon, reflecting the decision by the Corporate Director of Finance and Executive Committee, representing NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. This procurement process presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on healthcare delivery, particularly those offering innovative and integrated service solutions in urgent care. Large-scale suppliers like BARDOC Ltd, which can demonstrate capabilities in improving accessibility and reducing healthcare inequalities, may find this tender valuable for business growth.

The contract's criteria emphasise quality, innovation, integration, collaboration, service sustainability, and social value, creating a competitive landscape for service providers proficient in these areas. Businesses specialising in health services integration, improving urgent care systems, and boosting local health service reach could stand out in such procurement exercises, aligning with the strategic objectives of community-centred care delivery systems.