Lead Provider of Community Ophthalmology Services

North Central London Integrated Care Board (NCL ICB) has completed the procurement process for a Lead Provider of Community Ophthalmology Services, classified under the health services industry category. The tender, identified as PRJ 1305, was conducted through an open procedure and pertains to the North Central London region, covering the boroughs of Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey, and Islington. The key stages of the process included the tender announcement in December 2023, with an award in December 2024.

The contract does not require face-to-face services, allowing for remote delivery within the UK, and the data must be processed within the UK. The awarded contract is valued at £2,864,100 and was awarded to Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The procurement method was open, ensuring transparency and broad competition.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with expertise in remote healthcare delivery. The contract entails managing ophthalmology services and implementing a Single Point of Access (SPoA) with clinical triage to improve referral appropriateness and quality. Additionally, it includes developing innovative community-based pathways to address health inequities and improve population health outcomes.

Businesses with strong capabilities in these areas, especially those experienced in IT infrastructure for remote services and collaboration with healthcare bodies, would be well-suited to compete for such tenders in the future. This opportunity allows for significant contribution to public health whilst expanding service portfolios and market presence in the healthcare sector.