Planning

Musculoskeletal (MSK) Referral Management Service (RMS) for Northamptonshire

NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Planning

08 Jan 2018 at 11:31

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

21 Nov 2017 at 13:36

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit is currently in the planning stage of the tender process for the Musculoskeletal (MSK) Referral Management Service (RMS) in Northamptonshire. This initiative seeks expressions of interest from qualified providers to deliver a referral management service over a pilot period of up to 12 months, catering to both NHS Nene CCG and NHS Corby CCG. The engagement period concludes on 23 February 2018, with interested parties required to express their intentions by 5.00 pm on 28 November 2017.

This procurement opportunity could enable growth for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those experienced in referral management for musculoskeletal conditions. Companies that can demonstrate a strong track record in processing GP referrals, managing secondary care appointments, and providing community-based MSK services will be well-suited to compete. The successful candidate will play a critical role in enhancing patient care and managing referrals effectively within the East Midlands and East of England regions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Musculoskeletal (MSK) Referral Management Service (RMS) for Northamptonshire

Notice Description

NHS Nene CCG and NHS Corby CCG are seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced providers to deliver a Musculoskeletal (MSK) referral management service (RMS) for Northamptonshire up to a 12-month period. Please note this opportunity is offered as a pilot contract to establish and develop the longer term service model and therefore will not exceed 12 months. The MSK triage RMS will be expected to clinically assess appropriateness of secondary care GP referrals for orthopedics, rheumatology, spinal and pain services and triage the referral to the most appropriate service. This will include advice and guidance to general practice, onward referral to community based MSK services, and secondary care based MSK services when appropriate. The service will be expected to contact patients on the outcome of the triage, including offering choice of secondary care provider. NHS Nene CCG has 66 practices serving a population of c652, 847. NHS Corby CCG has 5 practices serving a population of c73, 000. Providers must demonstrate the following requirements; 1. Be able to begin implementation and mobilsation within December 2017 2. Be able to clearly provide demonstrable experience and track record in delivering referral management services for MSK, including processing referrals from primary care, refer to community services and ability to directly book secondary care appointments on behalf of the referrer in a seamless and efficient manner where appropriate 3. NHS IGSoC If your organisation meets all of the above requirements please confirm your interest in writing by sending an email to Rosalind.carter1@nhs.net by no later than 5.00pm on Tuesday 28th November 2017.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3aa74be9-d6ed-4d66-9fc6-297cd5db1d7f
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
8 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Feb 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
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 Phone
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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
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Boothville and Parklands
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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