QHM-2025-9952 North Tyneside Carers Centre

The NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board has awarded the contract QHM-2025-9952 for North Tyneside Carers Centre, classified under "miscellaneous health services" in the industry category of services. The procurement process followed a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, with the contract awarded through a Direct Award Process C. The location for the delivery of services is in the UKC region, specifically Sunderland and Wallsend.

The contract, valued at £275,293, commences on 1st April 2025 and concludes on 31st March 2026. This process was uniquely executed without a competitive bidding phase as it is outside the typical directive application, with the most recent amendment confirmed on 28th August 2025. This tender presents valuable growth opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly in areas related to carers support and healthcare provision.

The contract has been awarded without a prior call for competition, indicating a favourable opportunity for businesses with expertise in meeting quality and cost standards under existing frameworks. Companies that have proven capabilities in delivering health-related services and managing contracts under Direct Award procedures are well-suited to compete in similar future procurement processes. The selection reinforces the importance of maintaining high service standards and fulfilling criteria established by the Provider Selection Regime.