Hospital Supported Discharge Service

The NHS North Central London Integrated Care Board is in the process of updating a public procurement contract for a Hospital Supported Discharge Service, which falls under the industry category of community health services. The contract aims to provide assisted discharge and community support for patients discharged from acute hospitals. The procurement stage involves the intention to award the contract following a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) in compliance with the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.

Representations by providers must be made by 14 March 2025. The procurement method is limited, involving an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. This procurement presents promising opportunities for businesses involved in community health services.

The service includes tasks such as delivering medications, ensuring a safe home environment, and providing community support for up to four weeks. Businesses with expertise in healthcare support, home care services, and social care would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The existing provider, British Red Cross Society, has met key criteria such as quality, value for money, collaboration within the local system, reducing health inequalities, and social value.

The lifetime value of the contract is £160,000, offering substantial growth prospects for dedicated service providers committed to enhancing community health outcomes.