Procurement Opportunity: Provision of Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) Services in Kent Primary Care Networks

The core scope encompasses the comprehensive provision of fitting, ongoing monitoring, routine checks, and safe removal procedures for intrauterine devices (IUDs), intrauterine systems (IUSs), and sub-dermal implants (SDIs)—all under the umbrella of premium-grade LARC solutions tailored exclusively for contraceptive purposes. This initiative aligns with national priorities to reduce unplanned pregnancies and associated health risks, delivering cost-effective, accessible services that meet the latest clinical standards.

To maintain excellence and compliance, successful providers must demonstrate full adherence to Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) guidelines, including possession of valid, up-to-date Letters of Competence (LoC) for all relevant procedures. Providers should also possess the capacity to achieve and sustain FSRH-specified competencies within a primary care pathway framework. Facilities are expected to feature appropriately equipped treatment rooms in line with FSRH’s most recent clinical recommendations, strategically located within each Kent PCN area to guarantee equitable coverage and minimal barriers to access. Additionally, for patients presenting with uncomplicated sexually transmitted infections (STIs), care must be coordinated by professionals meeting the current standards outlined by the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH), fostering a holistic approach to sexual health management.

This service contract, valued at approximately £900,000 (with potential extensions influencing total spend up to £4.1 million over three years including device reimbursements), is structured as a Direct Award B under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) and follows a restricted procedure to pre-qualify suitable suppliers before final bidding. It is particularly welcoming to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organizations that bring innovative, patient-centered expertise to bulk wholesale healthcare delivery. The contract will commence on 30 November 2026 and run through to 1 December 2026 initially, with opportunities for extensions to support long-term stability and scalability.

We prioritize partners offering competitive pricing models, robust quality assurance, and flexible delivery timelines to align with our commitment to timely, reliable service rollout across Kent. Ideal collaborators will emphasize evidence-based practices, staff training, and patient safety protocols to build trust and drive positive health outcomes in community health services (CPV code 85323000).

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