Tender

AQP Framework for the Provision of Community Vasectomy for NHS NW London ICB

NHS NORTH WEST LONDON INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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Tender

25 May 2023 at 11:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS North West London Integrated Care Board is seeking providers for an Any Qualified Provider (AQP) Framework for the provision of Community Vasectomy Services. The contract, estimated to last for three years with a possible 12-month extension, will start on 3rd July 2023. The total estimated value per annum is £150,000.00. The tender period ends on 13th June 2023.

This tender presents an opportunity for healthcare providers specialising in community vasectomy services to participate. Businesses registered in North West London or adjacent boroughs with expertise in men's health and healthcare-associated infection control are well-suited to compete. Suppliers must adhere to specific service requirements, training standards, and infection control measures to deliver safe and high-quality vasectomy services under the AQP programme initiated by the NHS North West London Integrated Care Board.

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Notice Title

AQP Framework for the Provision of Community Vasectomy for NHS NW London ICB

Notice Description

NHS NW London ICB is inviting interested providers to apply to be part of an Any Qualified Provider (AQP) Framework for the provision of Community Vasectomy Services for patients registered with a General Practitioner (GP) in North West London. This service specification relates to the provision of a high quality, safe, community vasectomy service comprising of pre-operative counselling, procedure and post vasectomy testing. The service aims to provide a quality and safe vasectomy procedure under Local Anaesthetic (LA) in accordance with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologist guidelines, (RCOG). This will be in a community care setting to all consenting adult males who request it and are registered with a General Practitioner (GP) within boroughs of North West London (Brent, Harrow, Hillingdon, Central London, Hammersmith & Fulham, Hounslow, West London, Ealing). Other Objective are: * To provide services that comply with accepted best practice in line with national and local guidance, relevant accreditations processes, relevant guidelines in clinical practices and robust governance arrangements. * To provide a complete holistic patient focussed care package which includes pre and post-operative care, information, advice and counselling. * To provide an opportunity for the promotion of men's health. Successful providers shall ensure all relevant members of staff have been trained to perform Vasectomy procedures to the standard advocated by FSRH and that any relevant member of staff shall have enhanced DBS clearance. Successful providers shall have in place and operate an effective management system for prevention and control of healthcare associated infections (HCAI's). Standards relevant to premises requirements include: * Appropriate CQC registrations must be in place; * A procedure for cleaning of the environment must be in place and audited; * Hand hygiene training of staff involved; and * Equipment cleaning protocol must be in place. The AQP programme aims to give patients more choice about where they receive Vasectomy Services. Patients can choose from a list of providers, based on their own preference and the reputation of the provider offering the service. The estimated length of the AQP contract will be for three (3) years, with one (1) possible twelve (12) month extension with a start date of 3rd July 2023. Suppliers must agree to the pricing tariffs, and there is no guarantee of volumes, as set out in the tender documentation. Total estimated value per annum is estimated at PS150,000.00. New Suppliers will get an opportunity to join the AQP on an annual basis, or as required by the contracting Authority. The Authority reserves the right to consider requests from suppliers who are not existing AQP providers for a later commencement date. Any AQP contract that is awarded at a later stage will adapt the initial term end date. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
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Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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
25 May 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Jul 2023 - 30 Jun 2027 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 NORTH WEST LONDON INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 5JD
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Marylebone
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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