South Tyneside and Sunderland GP Out of Hours and Urgent Treatment Centres

The NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (NENC ICB) is planning to award a contract for the provision of South Tyneside and Sunderland GP Out of Hours and Urgent Treatment Centres. The procurement process is in the planning stage, under the Most Suitable Provider (MSP) regime outlined in the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The deadline to express interest and be considered is 11:59:59 P.M. on Friday 02 May 2025.

The contract, valued at £36,050,000, is intended to begin on 01 October 2025, with a duration of five years and a possible extension of up to 24 months based on performance. Providers must submit their expressions of interest on the Atamis portal (contract reference: C347329), and detailed information about the service requirements can be found there as well. This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with experience in delivering GP out-of-hours and urgent treatment centres.

Companies that can demonstrate superior service delivery capabilities and efficient management of health services will be well-suited to compete in this tender. Given the significant contract value and multi-year duration, successful bidders can achieve sustained business growth and strengthen their market position within the healthcare industry. Providers interested in expanding their service offerings in the South Tyneside and Sunderland regions should consider this lucrative opportunity.

The MSP process ensures that conflicts of interest are managed, promoting a fair and transparent competitive environment.