QHM-2024-2379 Primary Eyecare North East

The recent procurement process initiated by the NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board involves a contract for optometry services under the title "QHM-2024-2379 Primary Eyecare North East". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically relating to optician services, and is located in Sunderland, UK. The contract has been awarded through a Direct Award Process C under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, with a contract start date of 1st April 2025 and an end date of 31st March 2026.

The process is currently in the award stage with a total contract value of £13,439. Key roles involved include the Chief Delivery Officer and the Director of Finance, with no conflicts of interest reported during the process. This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in health care services, particularly those with expertise in optometry.

The use of a limited procurement method without prior publication suggests that businesses already known to the NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, or those with strong reputations in fulfilling similar contracts, would be well-positioned to compete. As this contract has been awarded to an existing provider, new entrants looking to expand within this sector should aim to demonstrate equivalent or improved service levels to participate in future opportunities. The contract's scope is governed by the Provider Selection Regime, making it critical for interested parties to familiarise themselves with these regulatory frameworks to enhance their competitive edge.