Tender

NHS Wakefield CCG: Low Vision Aids Service

N H S WAKEFIELD CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wakefield Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has initiated a tender for the Low Vision Aids Service, seeking new providers to deliver this service to patients registered with Wakefield GP practices. This open procurement process enables qualified suppliers to apply until 17 June 2021. The selected providers will be required to adhere to the standard NHS contract terms, with the contract effective from 1 August 2021 until 30 April 2024. The service specifically caters to the Yorkshire and the Humber region, focusing on providing low vision assessments and aids to enhance individual well-being.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those focused on low vision care and rehabilitation. Suppliers capable of meeting the required regulatory standards and demonstrating the ability to deliver effective low vision aids and related services are encouraged to participate. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are particularly well-suited given the service nature of the contract, allowing them to contribute positively to the local healthcare environment while enhancing their business reach.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS Wakefield CCG: Low Vision Aids Service

Notice Description

NHS Wakefield CCG are seeking to commission additional providers to apply for this any qualified provider (AQP) tender process, subject to demonstrating compliance and competency against the specified criteria outlined in the specification, the successful provider(s) will deliver a Low Vision Aids Service to patients registered with a NHS Wakefield CCG GP Practice. Provider(s) will be expected to sign the standard NHS contract, accepting all terms and conditions. The current contract for existing providers commenced on 1 May 2021. Existing providers need not apply, this process is for new providers and any accreditation will be for the remaining term of the contract up to 30 April 2024. It should be noted that under the AQP model, there will be no guarantees of volume or payment in the contracts awarded. The Provider(s) must ensure the services delivered are located within the boundaries of Wakefield District and accessible to patients registered with Wakefield GPs. The overarching aims for this service are: - Providing low vision assessments that are in accordance with individual need and expectation - Provide aids that individuals can use to enhance their vision - Intervening early in an individual's sight loss, by working with local health and social care services to identify individuals experiencing sight loss. - Providing a continuous programme to improve the quality of the low vision service - Ensuring the effective and sustainable use of resources The overarching outcomes of the service are: - Support for individual health and well-being - Provide care in an accessible setting Providers shall mitigate the practical, emotional, occupational or educational impacts of individuals sight loss. Additional information: If you would like to submit a response for this service, please express your interest by registering on NHS Sourcing ref itt_5368 (https://www.nhssourcing.co.uk/web/login.html). Once registered, potential providers will be able to complete and upload their submission. The CCG has the right to withdraw this notice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa473392-d18e-490f-8328-2c11337908f1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2021 - 30 Apr 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
N H S WAKEFIELD CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF1 1LT
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wakefield North
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Further Information

Notice Documents

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