QHM-2025-8087 A85020 The Wickham Medical Centre GP Enhanced Services

The procurement process for the Wickham Medical Centre GP Enhanced Services has been completed under the Direct Award Process A, as per the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) regulations 2023. Managed by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, this process bypasses the conventional Procurement Act 2023 and Procurement Regulations 2024. The services encompass a range of health provisions including diabetes care and ECG monitoring, targeting the health services industry within the UKC region.

Key dates include contract signing on 1 October 2025, with service delivery starting informally prior to the official start. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with the service contract active until 31 March 2026, awarded to The Whickham Medical Centre without prior competition. This procurement presents business opportunities for well-established health service providers in the UK who specialise in complex and integrated care services.

Companies with expertise in providing enhanced GP services and activity-based healthcare models stand to benefit significantly. With a focus on quality and cost efficiency, providers capable of delivering unique and comprehensive healthcare solutions could capitalise on this tender, despite its limited competitive bidding opportunity. The contract awarded under a direct process ensures continued service provision by existing suppliers, highlighting potential for strategic partnerships or subcontracting to meet diverse health service needs across the region.