Standard Acute Contract

This procurement involves NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board awarding a contract titled "Standard Acute Contract" in the healthcare industry category for hospital and related services, including mental health, learning disability, and children and young people's services. The contract, awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, spans from 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2026, located in the South West region of England (UKK2). The awarding decision was made by the ICB Board, with Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust as the supplier.

The procurement method was a direct award process without prior publication of a call for competition. This tender opens substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those providing mental health, learning disability, and services for children and young people. With a contract valued at £149,942,000 annually, it represents a significant opportunity for growth.

Large-scale healthcare providers with expertise in hospital services or those capable of delivering integrated healthcare solutions will find this contract well-suited for their competencies. Given the direct award process and the high annual contract value, this tender is ideal for established providers seeking to expand their operations within the South West region of England.