SINGLE POINT OF ACCESS (SPOA) FOR CENTRAL VALE CARDIFF

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is the buying organisation responsible for the procurement of general-practitioner services under the title "Single Point of Access (SPOA) for Central Vale Cardiff." This procurement falls under the services category and is regulated by the Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025, which exempts it from the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The procurement stage is currently at the award update phase, with the contract set to serve the Central Vale Cluster in Cardiff, UK.

The award process commenced on 30th May 2025, with services set to begin on 1st June 2025, continuing until 31st May 2026, with the possibility of a 24-month extension. The estimated total value of the contract is £126,000 (VAT exempt), and the awarded supplier is Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan. This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in healthcare service delivery and coordination, particularly those with experience in managing referrals and working within community service networks.

With the focus on providing a single point of access for patients requiring socio-economic and wellbeing support, businesses offering robust referral systems and strong local partnerships are well-positioned for involvement. SMEs, especially those with a specialised team and information governance systems, may find opportunities to expand their influence and service network within the public health sector in the Vale of Glamorgan. The influence of this contract on continuity of care and potentially reducing disruptions in service delivery provides a strategic opportunity for growth in public sector health service provision.