Health Checks

The procurement process for the "Health Checks" contract has been concluded by The Council of the Borough of Kirklees, a regional authority situated in Huddersfield, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the industry category of medical practice services and is classified as a service. The procurement method used was limited, specifically an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.

The contract was awarded to commence on 1 July 2025 and will run until 31 March 2028, with potential extensions thereafter. Notably, the procurement process, tagged as both award and contract, was completed by 11 September 2025. This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses operating in the healthcare services sector, particularly those with the capability to manage sensitive eligible population data and provide GP-led delivery services.

The procurement strategy reflects a direct award scenario where existing service providers can benefit, evidenced by the award to established entities like Almondbury Surgery, Saville Town Medical Centre, and Thornhill Lees Medical Centre. Businesses with Robust frameworks for handling sensitive health data and providing follow-on medical advice post-health checks are particularly well-suited to participate in such tenders, promoting continuity and responsiveness to NHS Health Check findings.