QHM-2025-8357 Dr Dylan Owen - Teledermatology

The procurement process initiated by the NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board involved the contracting of Dermatology Services, specifically for the Teledermatology project titled "Dr Dylan Owen - Teledermatology". This falls under the industry category of Dermatology services. The location for this contract is in Sunderland, UK, within the UKC region.

The contract has been formally awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, using the Direct Award Process C, and is valued at £63,866. Key dates include the contract start on 1st April 2025 and its completion by 31st March 2026. The procurement stage is now at tender update and involves a limited procurement method without prior publication of a competition call.

The existing provider was evaluated against five key criteria and met all requirements. This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in healthcare services, specifically dermatology, as repeat and satisfied service provision is a key determinant under this regime. The procurement is directed towards an existing supplier, Dr Dylan Owen, indicating a preference for continuity and existing service satisfaction.

Businesses with strengths in high-standard dermatological service delivery might find this type of contracting opportunity to be well-suited for strategic alignment and expansion if they can demonstrate equivalent service quality and cost-effectiveness in future similar tenders.