Specialist Palliative Care Service

NHS South West London Integrated Care Board has finalised the award of a contract for Specialist Palliative Care Services situated in Kingston and Richmond, under the Health Services category (CPV 85100000). The contracting process has progressed to the award stage, with the contract having been formalised on 7 May 2025. This procurement, conducted via a limited method under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023, utilises a direct award process.

The contract is valued at approximately £2,248,792 excluding VAT for a duration of one year, with an option to extend for another year at the authority's discretion. Services are to commence on 1 April 2025 and potentially conclude by 31 March 2027 if extended. This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those capable of providing high-quality, sustainable palliative care.

Organisations with expertise in multidisciplinary working, innovation through digital health solutions, community-based care, and partnerships with NHS services are well-positioned for success. Notably, the selection process emphasised quality, integration, value, and social contribution, suggesting that businesses demonstrating excellence in these areas will thrive. The selected supplier, Princess Alice Hospice, exemplifies these attributes and their involvement further highlights the potential for SMEs that can offer innovative, community-focused health services to engage with similar public contracts.