Provision of insourced ENT Services

The procurement process carried out by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, a body governed by public law, involved the confirmation of a contract award for the "Provision of Insourced ENT Services". This process falls under the category of surgical hospital services and aims to provide additional ENT elective capacity for Musgrove Park Hospital and Yeovil District Hospital. The procurement followed the Provider Selection Regime under the Health Care Services Regulations 2023, a competitive process not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

The contract, valued at £500,000, was awarded on 26th September 2025 to 18 Week Support Ltd, an SME based in London, with services scheduled from 1st November 2025 through 31st October 2026. The open procedure method was utilised, ensuring a transparent and competitive bidding environment. This tender presents significant opportunities for third-party organisations specialised in ENT and surgical services to expand their business within the health sector.

Companies with the capability to reduce patient waiting times through efficient service delivery and those with robust quality and cost management systems are well-suited to compete in such procurements. The contract offers potential for a 12-month extension, allowing successful bidders to solidify their presence and potentially secure additional contracts. Organisations capable of fulfilling electronic and written submission requirements are particularly advantaged in engaging with the NHS and its supply chain opportunities.