Award

Interactive pets for patients with dementia in mid and south Essex care homes

ATTAIN

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Award

30 Mar 2021 at 21:47

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process is initiated by NHS Castle Point & Rochford Clinical Commissioning Group on behalf of the Mid and South Essex CCGs for the tender titled "Interactive pets for patients with dementia in mid and south Essex care homes." This contract, valued at £61,516.80, pertains to the healthcare industry and involves the provision of interactive robotic pets aimed at enhancing the well-being of elderly dementia patients. The procurement method employed is a direct award through a single tender action, with the award notice published on 30 March 2021. The contract period commenced on 22 March 2021 and is set to conclude on 21 April 2021, covering delivery and installation of the products within the East of England region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially those in healthcare supply and technology sectors, to innovate and contribute to improving patient care. Companies that manufacture or supply medical devices, particularly those focusing on elderly care and interactive technology, will find this contract particularly relevant. The engagement of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) is encouraged, making this an excellent opportunity for new entrants and established firms looking to expand their portfolio within the healthcare market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interactive pets for patients with dementia in mid and south Essex care homes

Notice Description

This is a Contract Award Notice to communicate a sub-threshold contract award made by NHS Castle Point & Rochford Clinical Commissioning Group on behalf of the Mid and South Essex CCGs (NHS Castle Point & Rochford Clinical Commissioning Group, NHS Mid Essex CCG, NHS Basildon & Brentwood CCG, NHS Southend CCG, NHS Thurrock CCG) (the "CCG"), in accordance with the quotation process required under the CCGs local Standing Financial Instructions. The contract award is made to AZL Store UK Ltd for the provision of interactive robotic pets for a pilot initiative across Mid and South Essex CCGs that seeks to have positive outcomes, aiming to bring joy and purpose to many elderly people suffering with dementia. So far, feedback from clinicians and carers has confirmed the interactive pets have helped patients feel a sense of purpose, encouraging a sense of empowerment, companionship and enjoyment. This contract reflects the purchase of goods against an invoice and as such there is no contract term. A period of one month has been reflected in the contract notice to cover the delivery and installation period. The total aggregate contract value is PS61,516.80 (inclusive VAT). The CCG is publishing this Contract Award Notice in the Contracts Finder in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended by The Public Procurement (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020) for spend above PS25,000.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5975e1ef-4bdd-4c6e-b387-489e7c3a8ef2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

33190000 - Miscellaneous medical devices and products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£61,636 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£61,636 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
22 Mar 2021 - 21 Apr 2021 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ATTAIN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RAYLEIGH
Postcode
SS6 7QF
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH37 Essex Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Rochford
Electoral Ward
Wheatley
Westminster Constituency
Rayleigh and Wickford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALZ STORE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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