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Provision of Continuing Health Care Assessments and Reviews - Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit

NHS MIDLANDS AND LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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05 Apr 2018 at 14:46

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit is inviting bids for the provision of Continuing Health Care Assessments and Reviews, a service falling under the miscellaneous health services category. This limited procurement process, which is currently in the tender stage, has a submission deadline of 13th April 2018, with the contract expected to commence on 23rd April 2018 and wrap up by 31st August 2018. The geographical area for service delivery includes Birmingham and Solihull.

This opportunity presents a significant potential for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations that specialise in healthcare services. Companies with a proven track record in innovative and cost-effective healthcare solutions, as well as experience in delivering high-quality assessments, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. A strong understanding of the NHS commissioning environment and effective project management skills will also be advantageous for prospective bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Continuing Health Care Assessments and Reviews - Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit

Notice Description

Invitation to Quote: I am pleased to inform you that Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit (MLCSU) wish to invite you to participate in this 'Invitation to Quote'. Following the receipt of your quote via email, the Project group/Evaluation panel will evaluate the proposals against each other within the evaluation matrix below. Final selection will be based on the ability of the service provider to provide the required service at the best price, at the optimum performance level and with a clear and demonstrable implementation/delivery programme. Bidding organisations must obtain for themselves at their own responsibility and expense all information necessary for the preparation of their bids and will be deemed to have availed themselves of all necessary information in submitting bids. In the event that the MLCSU decides not to award this contract, there will be no liability for MLCSU for any costs incurred by the bidding providers. Specification - Introduction to the brief To deliver a range of Continuing Health Care (CHC) assessments including Clinical Decision Tool Assessments, 3 and 12-month and 1-1 reviews, to new and overdue patients that may be eligible for CHC, contributing to the achievement of the quality premium and 28-day eligibility standard. Unit cost are required for a range of assessment/review activity: * 28-day DST * 3 and 12-month reviews * 1-1 reviews An indication of any volume discounts is also requested. Geographical Area: Covering the Birmingham and Solihull Area Timescales: Start date 23rd April 2018 following award of contract and to be complete by the 31 August 2018. Contact: Ratna Taylor - Senior Business Improvement Consultant ratna.taylor@nhs.net or Elaine Butler - Senior Procurement Officer elaine.butler2@nhs.net Critical Success Factors The successful organisation must have: * Track record of innovative and cost-effective solutions in the design and delivery of services in the areas identified in the scope above * Experience of delivering a range of high quality Continuing Health Care assessments and reviews * A detailed understanding of the NHS commissioning environment * Excellent project and change management skills * Ability to work at different levels within the organisation including executive team level We will work with the successful bidder(s) to develop or refine a work schedule which meets organisational requirements, within these parameters. Additional information: Please find full details of Invitation to Quote in the attachment. Deadline for questions is the 10th April 2018 and must be directed to elaine.butler2@nhs.net Deadline for submissions is 13th April 2018 and must be sent to elaine.butler2@nhs.net and ratna.taylor@nhs.net

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03678689-799a-4e7d-8b4d-186fde38d18d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85140000 - Miscellaneous 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
5 Apr 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Apr 2018 - 31 Aug 2018 1-6 months
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
NHS MIDLANDS AND LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Elaine Butler
Contact Email
elaine.butler2@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE-ON-TRENT
Postcode
ST4 4LX
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Fenton West & Mount Pleasant
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

Further Information

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