Planning

Community Audiology Service for Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Planning

22 Oct 2018 at 10:48

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is at the planning stage for the "Community Audiology Service for Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire," initiated by the NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit. This service falls under the health and social work services category, focusing on providing a comprehensive auditory care solution for adults over 55 years. Key dates include an engagement end date of 12th November 2018, which marks a deadline for interested parties to participate in initial planning discussions and assessments. The service aims to enhance healthcare provision in the South East and South West regions of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those experienced in audiology and rehabilitation programmes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete, given the emphasis on flexibility and tailored service delivery. Providers that can offer evening and weekend appointments, as well as a range of auditory support services, would be particularly well-suited to meet the procurement requirements outlined by the commissioning groups.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Community Audiology Service for Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire

Notice Description

The following is a PIN notice only and is being placed to alert providers to a potential future procurement exercise for Community Audiology Services. Any values and timescales stated within this PIN notice are for guideline purposes only and should not be taken as a guarantee. Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Clinical Commissioning Groups ("the CCGs") are considering their options for commissioning an age related hearing loss service for adults aged over 55 years. The aim is to provide a comprehensive service for adults experiencing hearing and communication difficulties where they may benefit from hearing assessment and rehabilitation (including the option of trying hearing aids) with aftercare and support. This will be in line with the National Commissioning Framework, other national guidance and local requirements. The vision for people with age related hearing problems is for them to receive high quality, effective services delivered closer to home, with short waiting times and high responsiveness to the needs of local communities, free at the point of access. The service should include flexibility to provide later evening and/or weekend appointments outside of regular working hours (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm). The Adult Hearing Service will consist of: * Self-referral and GP referrals into the service * A pre-assessment questionnaire and triage tobe undertaken to confirm suitability for the Hearing loss service. * Hearing needs assessment; * Advice on self-management of ear wax and ear wax removal where necessary * Development of a personalised care plan; * Provision and fitting of hearing aid(s), where clinically appropriate and agreed with the service user; * Appropriate hearing rehabilitation, for example service user information; hearing therapy; * Information on and signposting to any relevant communication/social support services; * Follow-up appointment to assess whether needs have been met; * Discharge from hearing assessment and fitting pathway; * Aftercare services for the duration of the patient pathway (where hearing needs remain unchanged), including advice, maintenance and repairs or replacements of hearing aids. * Battery, tips, domes, wax filters and tube replacement service. * Assessment of usage of hearing aid and appropriate action if the patient is not coping with them. * Re-assessment of patient needs after three years with annual aftercare until hearing needs change. * Provision for service user complaints and feedback to the Provider. These services could be delivered by multiple providers under a framework agreement or AQP and should be available to the whole of each county rather than part of it. Please see the attached document for a full description, including potential tariffs and instructions on how to express interest.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74b16cc5-a251-4ea6-be6c-61d0fa8eafda
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Nov 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 3NX
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

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