Outsourced bariatric services

The Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for outsourced bariatric services, with the aim of reducing their waiting list. The contract, falling under the healthcare industry's surgical specialist services category, is valued at £150,000. The services required include the Allurion Balloon placement and Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, to be carried out within Somerset.

This procurement is part of the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and is being managed by the Deputy Director - Surgical. The contract is expected to cover services for up to 20 patients, with a deadline for treating 10 patients by 31 October 2025, and potentially up to an additional 10 by 31 December 2025. Interested parties should anticipate further communication from 14 September 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those with expertise in bariatric procedures. Companies capable of efficiently providing these surgical services within Somerset will find a competitive edge. The planned procurement provides a window for businesses to expand their client base, enhance their service offerings, and gain a foothold with a reputable public body such as the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.

Ideal contenders would be experienced healthcare providers with a strong track record in similar surgical interventions, equipped to meet the deadlines and uphold quality standards in public healthcare provision.