GP surgery business case development

There are many opportunities to develop GP practice premises. Further allocations from the utilisation and modernisation fund are available, opportunities via the neighbourhood health centre programme and though local agreements to gain funding via new developments, S106 or community infrastructure levies.  PCC recently supported a practice who needed to develop a robust business case for the relocation of its services from existing premises to a new purpose-built healthcare facility. The business case was to secure approval for the increased revenue costs associated with occupying the new premises. As the building was being funded and constructed by an independent developer, no capital investment was required from either the practice or NHS commissioners. The focus was therefore on demonstrating the affordability and value for money of the ongoing revenue commitments, including rental costs. The work included reviewing the suitability of the existing premises, assessing current and future service requirements, and identifying the operational benefits of relocating to a modern healthcare environment. Consideration was given to practice growth, patient demand, workforce expansion and the ability to improve service delivery through enhanced accommodation. The completed business case provided a clear justification for the move, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions and supporting the practice’s transition into premises capable of meeting future healthcare needs. If you need support to develop a business case or project initiation document for primary care premises development contact enquiries@pcc-cic.org.uk.