QHM-2025-7345 Durham Dales Health Federation ED Overflow (Extended Primary Care Access) and Extended Primary Care Service

The procurement process for the 'Durham Dales Health Federation ED Overflow (Extended Primary Care Access) and Extended Primary Care Service' contract has been completed. NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board served as the buying organisation, with the industry category being services provided by medical personnel. Located in Sunderland, the procurement was under the health sector.

The contract, valued at £920,832, runs from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026. This award was made under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, utilising the Direct Award Process C without prior publication of a call for competition. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the healthcare services sector, particularly those providing extended primary care.

It highlights the potential for existing providers to leverage their current service delivery experience to secure public contracts without the need for competitive bidding. Larger businesses or healthcare organisations with a proven track record of delivering similar services and meeting regulatory standards will be well-suited to compete for similar opportunities in the future by demonstrating their capability to satisfy key service criteria and compliance with the PSR regulations.