QHM-2025-20567 North Cumbria Primary Care - Lowther Medical Centre - Local Enhanced Service

The NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board is overseeing a public procurement process concerning health services at North Cumbria Primary Care, specifically for the Lowther Medical Centre as part of their Local Enhanced Service initiative. The procurement, conducted under the Direct Award Process A as per the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) regulations 2023, involves services like Near Patient Testing, Warfarin Monitoring, Hormonal Injection Administration, and treatment for Minor Injuries. The contract is valued at a nominal £0.01 with activity-based pricing and has a timeframe from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026.

Located in the UKC region, the procurement is at the 'Award' stage with the decision already made by the relevant authority. This tender represents a unique opportunity for businesses in the healthcare sector to engage in specialised service provision. While the nature of this contract and its direct award process limits competition, businesses offering services that complement or enhance existing health care provisions at local levels would find potential growth opportunities here.

Large-scale healthcare providers, such as the successful firm North Cumbria Primary Care, are particularly well-suited to such contracts due to the need for comprehensive service delivery and the expertise required in handling complex patient needs within primary care settings. Despite the competitive limitation, participation in similar tenders could foster long-term relationships with regional health authorities, paving the way for future engagements.