Tender

Dental Electronic Referral Service (DERS) - North Midlands

NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit (AGCSU) is seeking qualified providers for the "Dental Electronic Referral Service (DERS) - North Midlands", covering Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire (excluding Bassetlaw), Shropshire, and Staffordshire. This procurement is currently in the tender stage and will close on 5th December 2016. The successful bidder will establish a contract for three years, starting on 1st April 2017, with a potential extension of up to two additional years. The service falls under the classification of medical information systems and is being conducted via an open procurement method in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare technology and digital services, particularly those experienced in managing electronic referral systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as their innovative approaches could be well-suited to enhance the quality and efficiency of NHS dental referrals. Engaging in this contract could not only expand market presence but also foster valuable partnerships within the healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Dental Electronic Referral Service (DERS) - North Midlands

Notice Description

NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit (AGCSU) on behalf of NHS England - North Midlands (referred to as the Commissioner) is inviting suitably qualified and experienced providers to deliver the Service of Dental Electronic Referral Services across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire (excluding Bassetlaw), Shropshire and Staffordshire. The Commissioner requires a service that can manage referrals for NHS dental services with the aim to improve upon the quality and appropriateness of referrals, helping to streamline the process using an electronic referral system. As a result of this procurement exercise an agreement will be established with the successful Bidder for a period of 3 years [with the Commissioner having the option to extend the Contract for up to a further 2 years]. The current contract for the Services will end on 31st March 2017 and as a result the successful provider is expected to be fully operational, providing services from 1st April 2017. Additional information: Arden & GEM CSU is managing this Procurement in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (the "Regulations"). The Service is being procured under "Schedule 3 - Social and Other Specific Services". The Contracting Authority will be using an eTendering system in this procurement exercise. Suppliers Instructions: How to Express Interest in this Tender 1. Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) --Browse to the eSourcing Portal: https://ardengemcsu.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register -- Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' -- Enter your correct business and user details --Note the user-name you chose and click 'Save' when complete -- You will shortly receive an e-mail with your unique password (please keep this secure) 2. Express an Interest in the tender -- Login to the portal with the username/ password -- Click the 'PQQs / ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are Pre- Qualification Questionnaires or Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier) -- Click on the relevant ITT 612 to access the content. -- Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. -- This will move the PQQ /ITT into your 'My PQQs/ My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) -- You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ ITT Details' box 3. Responding to the tender -- Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) -- You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification -- Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ/ ITT -- There may be a mixture of on-line and off-line actions for you to perform (there is detailed on-line help available) You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the on-line help, or contact the eTendering helpdesk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-68906385-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdfc85fd-376a-4e2d-a980-fadf6990ffa2
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48814000 - Medical information systems

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2022 Over 5 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
NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 3QT
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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