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Multi AQP for Endoscopy, Community Ultrasound and Cardiology Services Essex STP

ATTAIN

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01 May 2019 at 12:26

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process pertains to the multi Any Qualified Practitioner (AQP) contracts for Endoscopy, Community Ultrasound, and Cardiology Services within the Essex Sustainability and Transformation Partnership (STP), coordinated by the NHS Basildon and Brentwood, alongside several Clinical Commissioning Groups. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, following the open procurement method. Key dates include the tender period which ended on 22 February 2019, with contracts anticipated to commence on 1 April 2019 and running until 31 March 2022. The total value of the project is approximately £24,942,741, located in the East of England.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare services sector, particularly those specialising in community health services, diagnostic procedures, and non-obstetric ultrasound. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the services require trained practitioners who can deliver accessible healthcare solutions. The ongoing AQP model fosters a competitive environment for providers to offer quality care and improve patient access, making it an attractive opportunity for innovative and service-oriented businesses.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Multi AQP for Endoscopy, Community Ultrasound and Cardiology Services Essex STP

Notice Description

The contracting authorities of NHS Basildon and Brentwood, Castle Point and Rochford, Mid Essex, Southend and Thurrock Clinical Commissioning Groups are pleased to confirm the awarded contracts for the provision of Any Qualified Practitioner (AQP) for: 1. Community Endoscopy (Essex STP) The service will include gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy. The aim of this service is to provide uncomplicated diagnostic/treatment and surveillance endoscopy. To improve access to early diagnostics and avoid the need for unnecessary referral to secondary care. 2. Community Ultrasound (Essex STP) The Community Ultrasound (non-obstetric) Service is expected to compliment the Royal College of Radiologists 'Making the best use of clinical Radiology Services (2017 eighth edition)' Referral guidelines for GPs. 3.Community Cardiology (Thurrock CCG Only The service will offer a 'One Stop' Clinic, where clinical assessment, Diagnostic tests (Echo/ECG/Holter) and on-site interpretation by an experienced clinician allows risk stratification and a management plan to be developed at the first visit. The AQP model is an accreditation process underpinned by 'call-off' of a Provider's services determined according to patients' choice. Referrals into these services may come from secondary care, accident and emergency, walk in centres or GP practices. Services must be provided by trained practitioners with appropriate equipment. Future AQP procurements for these Services will be conducted on a regular basis and these will be advertised in an identical manner to this Procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae0fd304-6a9a-4a47-9e07-efe25b1a4684
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85323000 - Community health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,942,741 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2022 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
ATTAIN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GRAYS
Postcode
RM17 6SL
Post Town
Romford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH32 Thurrock
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Thurrock
Electoral Ward
Grays Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Thurrock

Further Information

Notice Documents

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