Primary Care Enhanced Services

NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board is set to embark on an intention to award process under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 for the contract titled "Primary Care Enhanced Services". This procurement, concerning general-practitioner services, will cover various healthcare provisions including phlebotomy, specialised drug monitoring, and safeguarding, specifically within the UKF3 region. The contract is valued at £113,331, with a validity period from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026.

The procurement process utilised is a limited direct award procedure, and representations from providers must be submitted by 22nd September 2025. The current stage is intention to award, with no formal award made yet, and involves a standstill period allowing providers to challenge decisions. This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses particularly within the healthcare services industry, especially those experienced in primary care and related specialised services.

With the focus on quality, value, collaboration, and social value criteria, businesses that can demonstrate proven competence and innovation in these areas are well-positioned to benefit. SMEs, like the existing provider Merton Lodge Surgery, exemplify the types of businesses suitable for competing, given their ability to deliver high-quality and sustainable health services. This procurement underscores potential growth for businesses committed to enhancing regional healthcare accessibility and outcomes, making it a strategic endeavour for those aiming to expand their market presence in public health services.