Sunderland Alternative Provider Medical Services (APMS)
- Buyer
- NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board
- Value
- £10,793,077
- Closes
- 11 November 2026
- Where
- Sunderland, the North East
- Type
- Open tender
In plain English
The NHS is looking for a medical practice to provide Alternative Provider Medical Services (APMS) to patients in Sunderland. This is a 7-year contract with an option to extend for 2 more years to deliver primary healthcare services in the area.
What the buyer wants
• Provide primary medical care services (GP services, consultations, preventative care) to a defined population in Sunderland • Meet NHS quality and performance standards for patient care, safety and access • Comply with NHS regulations, training requirements, and contractual obligations throughout the contract term
Likely requirements
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This contract is only for registered medical practitioners or established healthcare providers with GP experience, NHS contracting capability, and CQC registration. Most small businesses (tradespeople, non-medical service providers) will be completely unable to bid.
How to bid
This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.
How to write a tender response
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