Planning

Mandatory Dental Services to Chard and Crewkerne - NHS Somerset ICB

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Planning

22 Aug 2024 at 09:51

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit is engaging in a procurement process for “Mandatory Dental Services to Chard and Crewkerne” on behalf of the NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board (ICB). This tender, currently in the planning stage, aims to solicit expressions of interest from qualified providers to deliver dental services within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process will follow the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. Key dates include an engagement end date of 11th September 2024, with the anticipated contract commencement set for 1st April 2025. The contract, classified under the CPV code 85130000, has an estimated annual value of £1.2 million, subject to confirmation.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in dental practice and related services. Providers who can demonstrate experience and capability in delivering high-quality, inclusive dental care, especially to vulnerable groups, are well-positioned to benefit. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to participate. The procurement method involves a prior information notice (PIN) and a pre-procurement market questionnaire, facilitating early engagement with potential suppliers. This exercise seeks to align service provision with the NHS Long Term Plan, promoting equity in access to dental care. Interested providers must submit their completed questionnaires by 11th September 2024 via the provided Microsoft Form link.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mandatory Dental Services to Chard and Crewkerne - NHS Somerset ICB

Notice Description

This notice is placed as a Prior Information Notice (PIN) in relation to a pre-procurement market questionnaire. NHS Somerset ICB (the Commissioner) invites expressions of interest (EOI) from suitably qualified and experienced Providers, to provide Mandatory Dental Services within the Chard and Crewkerne area. The indicative date for the contract to commence is 1st April 2025. The annual contract value is expected to be in the region of PS1.2 million, although this is to be confirmed. The aims for Mandatory Dental Service provision are to: * contribute to improving oral and general health; * reduce inequalities in health and access to dental care by providing extra support to groups of vulnerable adults and children. This includes, but is not limited to, children under 5 years old, residents of care homes, patients weighing up to 300kg (47 stones) and other vulnerable groups; * provide access to NHS dental services to ensure equity and consistency of provision; * provide bookable appointments outside of core hours; * deliver appropriate, efficient and cost-effective services within the service provision framework of the NHS (General Dental Services/Personal Dental Services) Regulations 2005 and any subsequent revisions; * provide high quality dental services; * provide access within contracted hours to unassociated patients identified as having an urgent dental need via NHS 111, NHS Dental Helpline, out of hours services and self-referral; * refer patients to other NHS services as appropriate in line with the relevant local protocols and guidance; * establish a positive working relationship between the Commissioner and Provider to facilitate and maximise high quality service delivery; * develop services in line with the evolving strategic approach to primary care dental provision and align with the priorities of the NHS Long Term Plan - www.longtermplan.nhs.uk; * promote overall health in line with Making Every Contact Count. Providers who wish to express their interest and complete the questionnaire can follow the below link which will take you through to the Microsoft Form; https://forms.office.com/e/BJ0FnK1zvi Please complete and submit your questionnaire by Wednesday 11th September. This exercise is being carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioner. Additional information: This notice is an information gathering exercise rather than a call for competition in its own right, and therefore publication or response does not commit the Authority or respondents to a future procurement, nor provide any process exemptions or preferential treatment to any parties expressing an interest. The Authority will not be liable for costs incurred by any interested party in participating in this exercise. This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) prior information notice. The contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-31581415-325c-44ad-a12e-0b343f5e1cb6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06142e8b-6496-4586-873a-974a30154f3f
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

85130000 - Dental practice and related 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 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Sep 2024Expired
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
YEOVIL
Postcode
BA22 8HR
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Brympton
Westminster Constituency
Yeovil

Further Information

Notice Documents

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