Independent Sector contract - Ramsay Ashtead/North Downs 2025/26

This procurement process relates to a contract awarded by the NHS Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care Board for hospital and related services under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The tender titled "Independent Sector contract - Ramsay Ashtead/North Downs 2025/26" involves the provision of Elective Acute Healthcare services and is classified under the industry category of hospital services (CPV: 85110000). The procurement utilised a limited award procedure, specifically a Direct Award Process B without prior publication, and is set in the UK South East region (UKJ2).

The contract spans from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026, with a potential one-year extension, and holds a total value of £22,993,552. The procurement stage is complete, and the contract was officially signed on 1 April 2025. This tender provides a significant business opportunity, particularly for large healthcare service providers equipped to deliver high-quality elective acute healthcare services.

With a substantial contract value and the potential for extension, businesses in the healthcare sector can expand their presence and capabilities within this region. As the procurement values quality over cost, as evidenced by the award criteria focused entirely on patient choice, providers with a strong track record of maintaining high standards in patient care will likely find themselves well-suited to compete in such tenders. Companies like Ramsay Health Care, which has been awarded this contract, demonstrate the potential for business growth through strategic partnerships with public sector health bodies.