QHM-2025-8301 Age Concern Tyneside South - Home from Hospital and Urgent Crisis Response Services

The NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board has updated the tender for "Age Concern Tyneside South - Home from Hospital and Urgent Crisis Response Services," classified under geriatric services. This procurement, situated in Sunderland, UK, involves the Provider Selection Regime under the Health Care Services Regulations 2023. Initially designated as a tender update, the contract has been formally awarded using a direct award process, effective from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026, with a value of £179,999.

The buying organization, alongside relevant authorities, ensured transparency with a standstill period for representations that concluded on 13th August 2025. This procurement falls under the service category and follows a limited procurement method, proceeding without prior publication of competition. This contract offers substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in healthcare services, particularly those experienced in delivering geriatric care.

Companies that have the capability to efficiently manage home-based healthcare and urgent crisis response will find this procurement beneficial to expand or strengthen their market position. Given that the existing provider has been retained, businesses in similar sectors should align themselves with the requisite standards and criteria outlined under the PSR Regulations to effectively compete in future procurement processes.