Single Point of Access, Pre-cataract Screening and Glaucoma -Intraocular Pressure (IOP) repeat readings- Services (Non-CUES)

NHS South West London Integrated Care Board has announced the award of a contract for Single Point of Access, Pre-cataract Screening, and Glaucoma Intraocular Pressure (IOP) repeat readings Services (Non-CUES). This procurement addresses ophthalmologist services, classified under CPV 85121281, for the London region (UKI). The contract was awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, specifically through the direct award process C, and it does not fall under the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

The contract, valued at approximately £77,412 (excluding VAT), was formally awarded on 25th February 2025, and will run from 1st January 2025 to 30th September 2026. The publication of this award marks the conclusion of the procurement process which initially showed an intention to award on 11th February 2025 and completed upon the confirmation of the award. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating within the healthcare services sector, particularly those specialising in ophthalmology.

Qualified service providers can gain a stable contractual relationship with the NHS South West London ICB, leading to increased revenue and enhanced service delivery experience. Businesses with a proven track record in quality and innovation, value provision, integration, collaboration, service sustainability, and social value would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. The nature of this tender may also encourage smaller healthcare enterprises and innovative service providers to apply in future procurement rounds, fostering healthy competition and potentially driving industry standards higher.