QHM-2025-9686 Westcroft House Surgery- Local Enhanced Service

The NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board is overseeing the procurement of health services under the title "QHM-2025-9686 Westcroft House Surgery- Local Enhanced Service". This process falls within the industry category of health services, specifically focusing on areas such as Near Patient Testing and Drug Monitoring. Located in the North East region (UKC), the procurement follows a 'Direct Award Process A' as per the Health Care Services Provider Selection Regime of 2023.

The award decision, made final on 1st October 2025, covered services initially delivered on an implied contract from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026. Under the limited procurement method, the decision was made without prior publication of a call for competition, reflecting the necessity and suitability of the existing provider, Westcroft House Surgery. This tender represents a streamlined opportunity for businesses already established within the healthcare sector, especially those capable of delivering specialised services like high-risk drug monitoring and minor injury treatments.

The procurement suggests limited competition due to the specificity of the services and the identified suitability of the current provider. This scenario might appeal to large-scale healthcare providers with capabilities of maintaining and managing critical health services. Small and medium enterprises focusing on niche healthcare services could explore collaboration or subcontracting opportunities to leverage the established framework and geographical positioning of this tender.