POW-DAP2-59492 - GP Medical Cover - Llanidloes

The procurement process, conducted by the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, involves the awarding of a contract for providing GP medical cover in Llanidloes under the Provider Selection Regime Wales. The contract, identified as POW-DAP2-59492, is expected to deliver effective medical cover for inpatients of community hospital beds with general medical and frailty needs. This falls under the services category with a focus on general-practitioner services (CPV code: 85121100).

The current stage of the procurement is the Award, following the intentions announced on 12th September 2025. The standstill period for representations by providers extends until 23rd September 2025. This direct award procedure operates without the prior publication of a call for competition, in accordance with the Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for local GP practices, particularly those with expertise in handling patients with complex medical needs. The contract prioritises quality, value, collaboration, service sustainability, access improvement, and social responsibility, making it suitable for businesses committed to improving healthcare delivery and reducing inequalities in the sector. As the successful provider was assessed against key criteria such as quality and value, practices that excel in these areas and have a robust understanding of local health dynamics would be well-suited to compete.

The contract value of £121,874 indicates a substantial opportunity for economic growth and service enhancement within the community health sector in the UKL24 region.