Provision of a Medical Service at HM Prison, Inverness

NHS Highland is the buying organisation overseeing the procurement process for the "Provision of a Medical Service at HM Prison, Inverness" in the services category. The contract is for the delivery of medical services to 98 male offenders at HMP Inverness, including the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic conditions. The contract, initially signed on 26 September 2018, has been extended to allow for the construction of a new prison in Inverness.

The contracting process began with the tender stage in July 2018, and the current award and contract update stages were last modified in April 2025. The procurement method was an open procedure, and the contract value stands at GBP 848,750. The primary delivery location for services is listed as UKM6, Inverness, Scotland.

This tender presents significant opportunities for medical service providers, particularly those with expertise in general practice and prison healthcare. Suppliers with the capability to provide comprehensive medical services, including routine surgeries, on-call services, and additional diagnostic investigations, are well-suited for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in healthcare services could find substantial business growth through participation in this tender, allowing them to expand their service offerings within the public sector.

The extension of the contract until 2026 highlights the ongoing and necessary demand for these services during the transition to the new prison facility, providing a stable source of work for the successful supplier.