Safeguarding Management Support Service and Infection, Prevention & Control Support Service (Hull)

NHS Humber & North Yorkshire ICB has awarded a contract for the "Safeguarding Management Support Service and Infection, Prevention & Control Support Service" in Hull. This contract, which focuses on administrative social services, will support the NHS in managing safeguarding responsibilities and infection control within the Hull area. The procurement process used was a Direct Award, and it has now reached the award stage.

The total value of the contract is £2,019,159, and it will run from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2028. The services will be delivered in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom, with specific oversight on healthcare providers including Care Homes and Primary Care providers. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare and administrative social services sectors, particularly those specialising in safeguarding and infection control.

Given the scope of services required, businesses with expertise in managing healthcare safeguarding incidents and infection prevention measures will find this contract a strategic opportunity to enhance their portfolios. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited for this tender, as indicated by the suitability criteria. The direct award to City Health Care Partnership CIC, an SME, underscores the emphasis on local and specialised service provision, aligning with the demand for quality and targeted support services in healthcare.