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NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board has completed the award stage for the procurement of the "Independent Prescribing Minor Ailment Pathfinder Service," classified under Pharmacy services (CPV code 85149000). The procurement process was conducted under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) regulations of 2023 rather than the Public Contract Regulations 2015. This contract award notice is for a service located in the UKK2 region, with key decisions finalised on 25th March 2025.
The contract was awarded through a limited procurement method, specifically the Most Suitable Provider route without prior publication, and it has a total lifetime value of £46,275. This procurement poses significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in the pharmacy services sector, particularly those capable of delivering innovative healthcare solutions. SMEs specialising in minor ailments and independent prescribing are well-suited to compete in such tenders, fostering potential growth by expanding their service provisions within the healthcare market.
The selected supplier for this contract is Rowland Pharmacy (FHE81), indicating a focus on established relationships and the efficiency of SME providers in fulfilling specific regional healthcare needs.
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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