Outpatient Network Dermatology

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract titled "Outpatient Network Dermatology", aimed at providing dermatology consultant insourcing services. The contract is part of the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and is classified under medical hospital services (CPV 85111200). It addresses a backlog of 1,792 patients requiring new appointments and 400 patients awaiting procedures.

This procurement process, following a limited method without prior publication for competition, concluded with the contract running from 8th August 2025 to 31st March 2026, valued at £361,299. The contracting authority is located in Kings Lynn, UKH16 region, with the decision authorised by Max Jennings, Divisional General Manager, Surgery. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the healthcare services sector, especially those with capabilities in consultant insourcing and backlog management.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) skilled in medical services provisioning can leverage this opportunity to expand their operations and establish strategic partnerships with NHS trusts. Such contracts can enhance an entity's reputation and provide a steady revenue stream over the specified contract duration. Companies capable of meeting the competitive criteria, such as service efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and adequate resource allocation, would be particularly well-suited for similar future procurements.