Low Vision Community Service

The NHS South West London Integrated Care Board is planning to award a contract for the Low Vision Community Service within the health services industry category. The service will be provided in London, specifically at Sutton Vision, 3 Robin Hood Lane, Sutton, Surrey, SM1 2SW. The contract commences on 1 April 2025, with an initial duration of 12 months until 31 March 2026, and a contract value of £30,579.

There is an option to extend the contract for an additional six months until 30 September 2026, with a total contract value of £45,869. The procurement method is a direct award without prior publication of a call for competition, under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the contract having been formally awarded after the standstill period ended on 26 March 2025.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses in the health services sector, particularly those specialising in ophthalmology and community health services. Companies with a strong track record in providing high-quality care, innovative solutions, cost-effectiveness, and collaborative service delivery are well-suited to compete. The balanced evaluation criteria, focusing on quality, value, integration, access, and social value, ensure that the awarded contract promotes comprehensive service provision and community well-being.

Businesses that aim to reduce health inequalities and enhance patient choice while integrating sustainable practices will benefit greatly from participating in such tenders.