Tender

GP Direct Access Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Service in Hertfordshire

NEL COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Tender

24 Sep 2018 at 15:50

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NEL Commissioning Support Unit is seeking providers for the 'GP Direct Access Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Service in Hertfordshire', a public procurement opportunity in the health services sector. This active tender is currently in the planning stage and follows an open procurement method, allowing interested suppliers to submit bids until the deadline of 25th October 2018. The service aims to provide quality early diagnostics for patients registered with a GP in Herts Valleys, structured into two lots according to different geographic areas.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those with experience in non-obstetric ultrasound services. Companies that can demonstrate compliance with NHS guidelines, deliver high-quality diagnostic services, and integrate with existing NHS systems would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement process could facilitate business growth within the health sector, given the increasing demand for accessible and efficient healthcare solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GP Direct Access Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Service in Hertfordshire

Notice Description

NHS Herts Valleys Clinical Commissioning Group (HVCCG) are seeking suitable providers able to deliver a GP Direct Access Ultrasound Service for their patient population registered with a GP in Herts Valleys. HVCCG will be looking to procure a local, direct access non-obstetric ultrasound service with staff qualified to appropriate levels of skill and experience, using ultrasound equipment which complies with the guidance set by the Royal College of Radiologists, connection to NHS image transfer solutions, the ability to integrate with the Electronic Referrals system (e-RS), robust performance management systems and stringent levels of clinical governance. The aim of the service will be to provide early diagnostics and diagnosis to avoid the need for unnecessary referral to secondary care and enable management in primary care. The service will be available to all Service Users over the age of 18 registered with a Herts Valleys GP. The CCG is structuring the service provision into two 'lots', identified as below: * Lot 1 - Hertsmere and Watford & Three Rivers localities * Lot 2 - Dacorum and St Albans & Harpenden localities If your organisation is interested in this opportunity, bids can be submitted via the ProContract eSystem. https://procontract.due-north.com/Home/About

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3216d2f7-4ddf-441d-b0a0-edae852045c8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4772984b-585d-468d-aa07-728b31813081
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
Tender Suitability
SME
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
24 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Oct 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2022 3-4 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
NEL COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nelcsu.procurementnorthants@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN3 6BJ
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Boothville and Parklands
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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