Insourced Dermatology OP Services (HHP)
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS TrustEstimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
Not specified
Published
10 June 2026
Type
services
Overview
PSR Direct Award C for the provision of Insourced Dermatology OP Services (HHP) This is a notice of intention to award a contract under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, Direct Award Process C to the current Provider - Pioneer Healthcare Ltd., Onyx 12, Segensworth West, Little Park, Farm Road, Fareham, PO15 5TD.
The contract is for the provision of Insourced Dermatology Services HHP. CPV Code: 85121282-3 Dermatology Services
The existing provider is satisfying the original contract and based on assessment of the provider against the weighted key criteria, it is considered they will satisfy the proposed contract to the required standard. The contract will operate for an initial 6 month term from 01/07/2026 to 31/12/2026 with an option to extend for further periods of 2 x 3 months. The estimated contract value is £150,000 for the initial 6 month term and up to £300,00 if the full extension option is exercised.
Regulations cited
- Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023
AI Analysis
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A UK health service is awarding a contract to provide dermatology (skin condition) outpatient services. This is a direct award to the current provider, Pioneer Healthcare Ltd., meaning the contract is not being opened to competitive bidding—it's going straight to the existing supplier who is already performing well.
Requirements
- Must be able to provide dermatology outpatient services
- Must meet the weighted key criteria assessment standards set by the health service
- Must be able to operate from 1 July 2026 onwards
- Must be registered under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023
- No specific qualifications, certifications, or staffing requirements detailed in this notice—check full tender documents for clinical and regulatory requirements
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Deliver dermatology outpatient clinic services for the initial 6-month contract period (1 July 2026 to 31 December 2026)
- Continue providing the same dermatology services that are currently being delivered to the required standard
- Meet all performance and quality standards outlined in the full contract specification
- Potentially extend service delivery for up to 6 additional months if extension options are exercised (two 3-month periods)
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a 'Direct Award' — meaning only one supplier (Pioneer Healthcare Ltd.) is being offered the contract without a competitive tender process. This notice is informing the market of the intention; it's not an invitation to bid unless you're the current provider.
- 2The 'Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023' is the legal framework being used—this allows direct awards in certain circumstances. Check the full notice on Find a Tender or the NHS procurement portal for the justification for direct award.
- 3The contract value of £150,000 for 6 months is the budget envelope; the actual payment will depend on activity and usage. The £300,000 figure includes all possible extensions, not a guaranteed total.
- 4The 'weighted key criteria' mentioned is how the provider was assessed—you won't see the exact scoring details in this notice, but it should be in the full contract documentation. Look for what performance metrics matter most.
- 5There is typically a standstill period after this notice is published (usually 10 calendar days) during which other providers can formally challenge the direct award decision. Check the notice publication date and deadlines carefully.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you are not the current provider and believe you could deliver this service better or at lower cost, you may have grounds to challenge this direct award decision during the standstill period—but you'll need evidence and fast legal advice. The notice should state the challenge deadline clearly.
- If you are Pioneer Healthcare Ltd. or a subcontractor to them, understand that this is a short-term contract (6 months initially). Use this period to demonstrate excellent performance to justify longer-term contract extensions and future awards.
- For any SME in the healthcare sector watching this: direct awards like this happen when a provider is already performing well. The key to winning future NHS work is to perform excellently on your current contracts and build strong relationships with NHS procurement teams.
Award Details
Pioneer Healthcare Limited
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HULL UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUSTKey Dates
Published
10 June 2026
Submission deadline
Not specified
Renewal expected70% confident
February 2027
Predicted using explicit duration found in the tender description (6 months from publication date + 60 days (estimated) → renewal expected by Feb 2027).
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