QHM-2025-9824 Linthorpe Surgery - Enhanced Services Contract

The NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "QHM-2025-9824 Linthorpe Surgery - Enhanced Services Contract" in the health services category. This procurement process, under the Direct Award Process A as per the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) regulations 2023, bypasses the typical provisions of the Procurement Act 2023 and Procurement Regulations 2024. The contract, which covers services related to spirometry and deep vein thrombosis (DVT), has been awarded to Linthorpe Surgery, located in Middlesbrough, UKC region.

The contractual agreement, effective from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026, has been delivered based on an implied contract since the same start date. The procurement method was limited, specifically an award procedure without prior publication, due to the absence of alternative providers. This tender offers growth opportunities specifically for businesses within the healthcare services sector.

Small and medium-sized healthcare providers could find potential collaborations or sub-contracting opportunities given the focus on enhanced services such as spirometry and DVT. The NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, serving as both buyer and facilitator, provides a robust platform for sustained service provisions within this specialised medical field. Businesses that specialise in healthcare service delivery or those seeking to expand their portfolio in the UK healthcare market would be well-positioned to benefit from contracts of this nature.