QHM-2025-9323 Temple Sowerby Medical Practice- Local Enhanced Service

The NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board is managing a public procurement process under the Direct Award Process A, as outlined by the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) regulations 2023, specifically for health services. The contract named "QHM-2025-9323 Temple Sowerby Medical Practice- Local Enhanced Service" is set to cover services like high-risk drug monitoring, warfarin monitoring, hormonal injection administration, and minor injuries, located in the UKC region, which encompasses areas like Sunderland. 01, was awarded on 1st October 2025, with the service contract taking effect from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026.

As part of its procurement method, the project utilised a limited process, lacking prior publication of a call for competition due to its exemption from standard procurement directives. This procurement offers business growth opportunities particularly for organisations aligned with the health services sector, capable of delivering specialised medical services like drug monitoring and minor injuries treatment. Given the targeted and specialised nature of the services required, businesses already established within the health community in regions such as Cumbria may find themselves well-positioned to compete or collaborate under similar future contracts.

The NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board is a significant buyer and successful partnerships could pave the way for further engagement with public health service tenders in the region.