NHS South Yorkshire ICB Sheffield GP Locally Commissioned Services Contract Rustlings Road Medical Centre
Estimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
Not specified
Published
28 May 2026
Type
services
Overview
The provider is commissioner to deliver locally enhanced services for the Sheffield population. CPV 85121100-4 General-practitioner services.
The award of this contract will be under the direct award process A. The contract value is based on patient activity and therefore is unknown. The contract will run from 01/04/2026 to 31/03/2027
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This is a contract for a GP medical practice (Rustlings Road Medical Centre) to provide enhanced healthcare services to Sheffield residents. The NHS is directly awarding this contract without competitive bidding, and payment depends on how many patients use the services.
Requirements
- Must be an existing GP practice or healthcare provider registered to deliver general practitioner services
- Must comply with NHS England standards and regulations for GP services
- Must serve the Sheffield population within the practice's catchment area
- Must deliver 'locally enhanced services' — additional services beyond standard GP provision (specific services to be detailed in full tender documents)
- No specific certifications listed in this notice — check full tender documents for CQC registration, staff qualifications, and clinical governance requirements
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Deliver enhanced GP services to Sheffield residents from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027
- Provide services beyond standard NHS GP provision (exact scope in full tender — likely includes things like extended access clinics, minor ailment services, or health promotion activities)
- Manage patient activity and report usage data to NHS South Yorkshire ICB
- Maintain service quality and NHS compliance throughout the contract period
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a 'direct award' — meaning NHS South Yorkshire ICB has chosen to award it without open competition. Check why: it may be a continuation of existing services, or the practice may be uniquely positioned. This doesn't mean you can't bid if you're eligible, but understand the process differs from open tender.
- 2Contract value is 'activity-based' — this means you don't get a fixed annual fee. Instead, you're paid per patient visit or per service delivered. Get the 2025–26 activity baseline from the commissioner so you can forecast income and staffing needs.
- 3The one-year term (April 2026 to March 2027) is standard for NHS annual contracts — assume it may roll over but budget for renewal uncertainty.
- 4Look for the detailed specification of 'locally enhanced services' in the full tender document — this defines what you must deliver and is crucial for costing your bid. Don't assume standard GP services will suffice.
- 5Watch for NHS sub-clauses on data protection, safeguarding, health and safety compliance, and reporting requirements — these are non-negotiable and affect your operational costs.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're an independent GP practice or small healthcare provider, contact NHS South Yorkshire ICB now to ask what 'locally enhanced services' they expect — this clarity is essential before you cost your bid. Ask for historical activity data from 2024–25 to forecast income.
- Consider whether you need to subcontract specialist staff (e.g., nurse practitioners, health advisors) for enhanced services. Build these costs into your bid and clarify with the NHS which roles are your responsibility.
- Activity-based contracts create cash flow risk — negotiate with the NHS about payment frequency (usually monthly) and ask for a minimum activity threshold or quarterly reconciliation so you're not caught short if patient numbers dip.
Likely incumbents
Suppliers who won similar work from this buyer in the last 5 years.
- 1
Lundwood Medical Centre GP
2 contracts wonlatest 11 Jun 2026 - 2
Ashville Medical Practice
2 contracts wonlatest 4 Jun 2026 - 3
Brinsworth Medical Centre
1 contract wonlatest 6 Aug 2026 - 4
Rotherchem Limited
1 contract wonlatest 6 Aug 2026 - 5
York Road Surgery
1 contract wonlatest 6 Aug 2026
Lundwood Medical Centre GP is the most likely incumbent based on recency and category match. To win, bidders typically need a clearly differentiated proposition or a price advantage.
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Key Dates
Published
28 May 2026
Submission deadline
Not specified
Notice type
award
Source
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