Lipid Service

The procurement process for the "Lipid Service" has been completed and the contract has been awarded by the Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This contract, classified under the health services industry category, aims to provide a consultant-led lipidology clinic service to the patient population of Mid Cheshire. The awarding of this contract was accomplished via a direct award method, in accordance with the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, bypassing the typical Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

The awarded contract spans from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2026, with a potential one-year extension option and an indicative lifetime value of £28,980. The service location is Leighton Hospital, Crewe, Cheshire, and the procurement method was limited, without prior publication of a call for competition. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in consultant-led clinic services.

The contract was awarded to Vernova Healthcare Community Interest Company, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Macclesfield, indicating a conducive environment for SMEs to compete and thrive. Businesses with expertise in delivering specialised healthcare services, particularly in lipidology, can leverage such procurement processes to expand their service offerings and establish a presence in the public healthcare sector. This contract offers a stable revenue stream and the possibility of an extension, ensuring continued work and collaboration with the NHS.