Inner North East London (INEL) Integrated Sexual and Reproductive Health (ISHS) Service

Concepts

• health services
• ilford
• miscellaneous health services
• community health
• health promotion
• health
• inner
• reproductive
• ishs
• integrated

Location

London

Description

This contract is to cover the specialist integrated sexual health services (ISHSs) that local authorities are responsible for commissioning, including (but not limited to) testing and treatment and follow-up for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), the provision of HIV PrEP, provision of the full range of contraception (including complex contraception), health promotion and prevention including relevant vaccination and Psychosexual support.

Total Quantity or Scope

The contract covers the specialist integrated sexual health services (ISHSs) that local authorities are responsible for commissioning, including (but not limited to) testing and treatment and follow-up for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), the provision of HIV PrEP , provision of the full range of contraception (including complex contraception), health promotion and prevention including relevant vaccination and Psychosexual support. It is recognised that these services form part of a wider landscape of local provision. This notice is an intention to award a contract under Direct Award Process C of the Provider Selection Regime to the existing provider. The Approximate lifetime value of the contract is £85,143,471.49 Newham:£28,656,036.30 Redbridge:£4,085,308.97 Tower Hamlet:£35,177,768.29 Waltham Forest:£17,224,358.93 The proposed contract is to commence on or around the 01/12/2025 ending on 30/11/2030, with the option to extend for an additional period of up to three years ending (1+1+1) .

Award Detail

Renewal Options

Option to extend for up to a further period of 3 years as three one year extension options (1+1+1) at the sole in discretion of the Authorities and in line with the governance processes of the named Authorities

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 85100000 - Health services
• 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services
• 85323000 - Community health services

Indicators

• Options are available.
• Award on basis of price.

Legal Justification

As above, this is a notice of the Authorities named intention to award the proposed contract for the Service to the existing provider pursuant to Regulation 9 (3) of the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, Direct Award Process C. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this proposed contract award. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period.

Other Information

This is a notice of the Authority's intention to award the proposed contract for the Service to the existing provider pursuant to Regulation 9 (3) of the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, Direct Award Process C. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award and neither does Procurement Act 2023. This is not tender process under either of those regulations. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made in writing in accordance with Regulation 12 (3) of the PSR to the Authority before midnight at the end of the 26th of October 2025 via email:procurement.support@newham.gov.uk This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award a contract under Direct Award Process C of the Provider Selection Regime The approximate lifetime value of the contract is £85,143,471.49. The new contract would commence on the 1st of December 2025 for a duration of 5 years with the option to extend for a further 3 years (1+1+1) at the sole in discretion of the Authorities and in line with there governance processes. This is a notice under Regulation 9 (3) of the PSR of the named Authorities in this notice intention to award the contract for the Service to the existing provider, Barts NHS Trust pursuant to Direct Award Process C of the PSR. The total proposed contract is for 5 years (01/12/2025 -30/11/2030) with an option to extend up in yearly increments for a further 3 years at the discretion of the Councils named. The total contract value for the 5 years plus the option to extend up in yearly increments for up to a further 3 years (1 +1+1) is estimated to be £85,143,471.49. The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by midnight at the end of the 26th of October 2025. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. Written representations can be made to: procurement.support@newham.gov.uk. The award decision makers are: Newham Council: Corporate Director of Adults & Health and Cabinet Member for Health & Adult Social Care and Transforming Newham for the Future Tower Hamlets Council: Director of Public Health Waltham Forest Council: Director of Public Health Redbridge Council: Cabinet Member for Health & Social Care and Director of Public Health. The award of this contract is subject to achieving final governance of each authority. There were no declared conflicts of interest. The basis for awarding this proposed Contract was in accordance with the PSR Regulations and included: (a) The Authority satisfying itself that the considerable change threshold was not met. (b) The Authority satisfying itself that the existing provider is satisfying its existing contract and will likely satisfy the proposed contract to a sufficient standard , including assessment against the Basic Selection Criteria (proposed provider met the basic selection criteria of Schedule 16 via assessment of a standard questionnaire). Quality and Innovation (20%) Barts Health is recognised for consistently delivering high-quality care, with strong performance against KPIs and responsiveness to public health challenges. Innovations such as AI integration, targeted clinics, and outreach projects (e.g. E1 Clinic, Women 4 Women) demonstrate a forward-thinking approach. Overall, the provider is seen as capable of maintaining and enhancing quality under the new contract. Value for Money (20%) The provider shows a solid commitment to value through open book accounting, adaptability to financial pressures, and alignment with NHSE guidance. While cost benchmarking is limited that is a system-wide issue not within their control. Barts has demonstrated financial resilience and a willingness to optimise delivery models. Overall, the service meets expectations for value. Integration, Collaboration and Sustainability (20%) Barts Health has a strong track record of integrated service delivery, including co-location of clinics, system leadership, and collaborative initiatives like ExPAND-NEL and standardised PGDs. The provider's resilience during external challenges and commitment to sustainability are well-evidenced. . Overall, the provider is expected to continue delivering integrated and sustainable services. Improving access, reducing health inequalities and facilitating choice (20%) The provider has implemented several initiatives to improve access and tackle inequalities, including multilingual digital platforms, targeted outreach, and collaboration with online testing services. Overall, Barts shows commitment to equity and facilitating access to services that offers confidence for future delivery. Social Value (20%). Barts Health demonstrates a strong commitment to social value through fair employment practices, environmental sustainability, and community engagement. It contributes positively to the local economy and supports inclusion and wellbeing through targeted programmes. Overall, the provider meets social value requirements. Following assessment of the above key criteria, the existing provider scored 68% out of 100%. Quality and Innovation: 16% out of 20% Value: 12% out of 20% Integration, Collaboration and Service Sustainability: 16% out of 20% · Improving Access, Reducing Health Inequalities and facilitating choice: 12% out 20% Social Value: 12% out of 20% Total Score 68% out 100%