NHS SY ICB - GP Locally Commissioned Services Contract - Lundwood Medical Centre

The NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board has completed the procurement process for the GP Locally Commissioned Services Contract at Lundwood Medical Centre in Barnsley, focusing on general-practitioner services. This contract, part of the health care services sector, was officially awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, adhering to the Limited procurement method without prior publication. The contract was signed on 1st April 2025, marking the start of the contract, and will last until 31st March 2026.

Though the procurement falls outside the scope of the Procurement Act 2023, it highlights a direct award process due to its specialised nature. This procurement offers significant business opportunities, particularly for SMEs already operating within the healthcare services sector. It allows businesses that can deliver integrated, locally enhanced services for the Barnsley population to compete and showcase their capabilities.

Companies specialising in healthcare services, specifically in providing general-practitioner and primary care services, will find this opportunity particularly beneficial for establishing or expanding operations in the region. The emphasis on patient choice as a quality criterion could give businesses focused on delivering high-quality patient-centred care a competitive edge.