Tender

The Provision of a GP Direct Access Phlebotomy Service

NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD (NHS SBS)

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Shared Business Services Ltd is currently engaged in a procurement process for "The Provision of a GP Direct Access Phlebotomy Service," targeting the healthcare sector in London, United Kingdom. This tender is in the planning stage and is focused on gathering insights from potential providers through a Market Engagement Questionnaire (MEQ) before the formal procurement commences. The service is anticipated to commence on 1st November 2020, with a duration of three years, potentially extendable for an additional two years at the discretion of the NHS Hillingdon Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG). Interested organisations must submit their responses by the end of the tender period on 17th September 2020, with an estimated project cost of approximately £750,000.

This opportunity is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in healthcare services, particularly those with capabilities in phlebotomy or related medical practice. Engaging in this pre-procurement market exercise can facilitate business growth by allowing organisations to express interest and provide input on service specifications, which may influence future procurement decisions. Additionally, participation could strengthen relationships with the NHS and enhance visibility within the healthcare procurement landscape, particularly for qualified and competent service providers in the medical sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of a GP Direct Access Phlebotomy Service

Notice Description

This notice intends to facilitate early engagement with potential providers to seek the views and opinions of organisations that may be interested in delivering a GP Direct Access Phlebotomy Service on behalf of NHS Hillingdon Clinical Commissioning Group (the CCG) and relates only to a pre-procurement Market Engagement Questionnaire (MEQ). The CCG are currently developing their Service Specification and contracting process for the Service. The new Service will be for a period of 3 years, with possibility to offer a further two year extension period at the CCGs discretion. The estimated costs associated with provision of this Service is approximately PS750,000. More detail on the proposed Service can be found in the MEQ document. The CCG are seeking to establish what interest there might be in providing such a Service from suitably qualified, capable and competent organisations. The CCG will not be liable for costs incurred by any interested party in participating in this exercise. Interested parties should note that a response to this notice does not guarantee an automatic invitation to any subsequent formal procurement, which the CCG will consider in due course. Participation in this Market Engagement activity is not a mandatory requirement for participating in any potential future procurement; however the responses will inform the CCG with regards to the level of market interest. CONFIRMATION OF YOUR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST IS THEREFORE IMPORTANT. Providers wishing to express an interest should submit their completed Market Engagement Questionnaire (MEQ) via EU-Supply.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e0f8004-b043-4c84-838d-8bdbe11c4b85
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Other
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85110000 - Hospital and related services

85120000 - Medical practice and related 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 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2020 - 31 Oct 2025 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 SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD (NHS SBS)
Contact Name
Maria Amariei
Contact Email
maria_amariei@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+44 7724424967

Buyer Location

Locality
UXBRIDGE
Postcode
UB8 1QG
Post Town
Southall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Hillingdon
Electoral Ward
Uxbridge
Westminster Constituency
Uxbridge and South Ruislip

Further Information

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