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East Berkshire CCG - Audiology Services Any Qualified Provider (AQP)

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit is currently conducting a procurement process for the "East Berkshire CCG - Audiology Services Any Qualified Provider (AQP)." This initiative is focused on the healthcare industry, specifically providing hearing assessment services, including hearing aid fittings and rehabilitative support for adults over 55 with hearing loss within the East Berkshire region. The procurement is in the tender stage, with an expression of interest deadline set for 12 noon on the 1st of August 2018. The contract is expected to commence on the 3rd of December 2018 for an initial period of three years, with a possible extension of two years, and has an estimated value of £2 million GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those offering audiology services, medical equipment, or rehabilitation support. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the buyer is open to a wide range of service providers. Companies that can navigate the Any Qualified Provider process may find a competitive edge in securing contracts, although participation does not guarantee success. Detailed guidance is available through the In-Tend e-procurement system for interested bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

East Berkshire CCG - Audiology Services Any Qualified Provider (AQP)

Notice Description

The NHS East Berkshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is commissioning Audiology Services through the use of an AQP. The service will provide hearing assessment services within the east Berkshire boundary, including hearing aid fitting (as required) rehabilitative support, follow-up and aftercare services for adults over 55 with no contraindications who have suspected or diagnosed hearing loss and who meet the eligibility criteria. The contract length will be for an initial three years, with potential to extend for 2 years. Note: Any Qualified Provider ("AQP") process does not guarantee any business for accredited providers. Further information will be provided in the Accreditation Documentation. The procurement will be conducted through the commissioner's In-Tend e-procurement system. More information on next steps and the procurement process in general is also provided within the AQP documentation, which will be made available through the In-Tend system. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Home If you are not yet registered on In-Tend, please visit: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Registration The closing date for all expressions of interest is the 12 noon 1st August 2018.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-891e52da-d014-47ce-b08a-e3f7b7592a92
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa07ed7c-c127-4f60-a573-6cf7cb9f2b14
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 - Any Qualified Provider
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

33185000 - Hearing aids

85121240 - ENT or audiologist services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Dec 2018 - 2 Dec 2021 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
NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Donna Harrington
Contact Email
donnaharrington@nhs.net
Contact Phone
07798781432

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 3NX
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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