Independent Prescribing Minor Ailment Pathfinder Service
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The procurement process, managed by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board, centred around the "Independent Prescribing Minor Ailment Pathfinder Service" in the healthcare industry, specifically pharmacy services. The project was located in the UKK2 region (South West England). The procurement stage is at the contract award phase, and the contract was awarded under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023.
The contract, valued at approximately £46,275, was awarded on 21 February 2025 to Shore Pharmacy (FLC78). The method employed was a limited procurement procedure, executed without prior publication of a call for competition, and it followed the stipulations of the Pharmaceutical Services Regulations and the Most Suitable Provider route under the PSR. This awarded contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the healthcare industry.
The provision of the minor ailment pathfinder service underlines the potential for local pharmacies and healthcare providers to deliver specialised health services. Businesses experienced in healthcare service delivery and those capable of adapting to regulatory requirements such as the Pharmaceutical Services Regulations would be optimally positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future. Success in such tenders can lead to increased service offerings, enhanced reputation, and further growth opportunities within the healthcare sector.
Under this agreement, the Provider must deliver the independent prescribing minor ailment pathfinder service. This agreement has been awarded as a variation to the Pharmaceutical Services Regulations, and via the Most Suitable Provider route under the Provider Selection Regime. The approximate lifetime value of the contract is PS46,275.
This is a new service, given to an existing Provider.
Under this agreement, the Provider must deliver the independent prescribing minor ailment pathfinder service. This agreement has been awarded as a variation to the Pharmaceutical Services Regulations, and via the Most Suitable Provider route under the Provider Selection Regime. The approximate lifetime value of the contract is PS46,275. This is a new service, given to an existing Provider.
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