Tender

Blackburn with Darwen CCG Community Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Scanning Service

STAFFORDSHIRE AND LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Staffordshire and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit is currently managing a public tender for the "Blackburn with Darwen CCG Community Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Scanning Service." This initiative falls under the health services category and is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The tender process began on 25th January 2017, with a closing date set for 24th February 2017. The total budget for this service amounts to £2.3 million, and the contract period is anticipated to commence on 1st June 2017, lasting until 31st May 2020. The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure, allowing for broader participation in the bidding process.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) focused on healthcare services. Companies with expertise in delivering community-based diagnostic imaging, particularly those that can meet the requirements for high-quality, person-centred care while ensuring seamless integration with existing IT systems, would be well-positioned to compete. Furthermore, bidders that are capable of managing a prime provider model, or those interested in subcontracting, can leverage this opportunity to enhance their service offerings within the growing health sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Blackburn with Darwen CCG Community Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Scanning Service

Notice Description

NHS Blackburn with Darwen CCG would like to tender for a Community based non-obstetric ultrasound service. The aim of the service is to provide a high quality person-centred non-obstetric ultrasound service for GP registered patients within Blackburn with Darwen at a locality level. To ensure a more seamless provision, to reduce duplication of scanning, consistency of IT and image sharing systems and to integrate a single service offer which is accessible to GP Practices in each locality. The Commissioner envisages a Prime Provider model but if bidders want to subcontract. This is acceptable provided the IM&T systems are able to communicate/share all patient information. Additional information: The overarching aims of the service are: * To ensure Patients receive the right test at the right time and in the most clinically appropriate local setting; * To ensure diagnostic testing is integrated across pathways of care, and there is a seamless process by which images follows the Patient and that there is no unnecessary duplication of investigation or delays in on-going management of the patient; * To ensure diagnostic tests are appropriate, necessary, clinically correct, of high quality, with timely access and reporting; and * To develop local service provision as part of a diagnostic commissioning plan which aims to improve access and choice for Patients. * To maintain independence for Patients * Provide a good experience of care for Patients and their carers which will enhance individual outcomes * Meet the challenges of the rising need for health services within dwindling resources

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-71b09235-1de8-4c29-bca9-3f54c98aba0f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5f97612-cec0-49c9-a067-953d95cb6ed1
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

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,300,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2017 - 31 May 2020 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
STAFFORDSHIRE AND LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEYLAND
Postcode
PR26 6TR
Post Town
Preston
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
South Ribble
Electoral Ward
Farington West
Westminster Constituency
South Ribble

Further Information

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