Medical Support Services to Lawson Memorial Hospital

The procurement process, initiated by NHS Highland, focuses on providing Medical Support Services to Lawson Memorial Hospital in Golspie, located in the North Highlands. This process is in the award stage, with the status marked as complete. Identified under the main procurement category of services, the contract was awarded via a limited procurement method, specifically through an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition due to technical reasons.

Key participants include NHS Highland as the buying organisation, with awards granted to Brora and Helmsdale Medical Practice, Golspie Medical Practice, and Dornoch Medical Practice. The contract is valued at £451,560 and was signed on 27 June 2022. This procurement is crucial for healthcare delivery in the East Sutherland community, particularly for older adult patient care which is close to their own community.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for local medical practices that have been awarded the contract. The contract provides vital income that supports the sustainability of these small rural practices, deemed as some of the most fragile providers. Businesses operating in the healthcare sector, especially those involved in primary care and general practice, would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders.

By partaking in this procurement, the successful suppliers have secured a 24-month contract with a further optional extension, ensuring continued delivery of essential services and contributing to economic stability and continuity within local medical communities.