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North East Essex Social Prescribing Model - GP Care Advisors Service

ATTAIN

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04 Feb 2020 at 06:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS North East Essex Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is seeking to establish a GP Care Advisors Service as part of the North East Essex Social Prescribing Model. This procurement falls under the medical practice and related services category and is located in the East of England, specifically in Colchester. The contract value is £702,696 and the procurement process has reached the Award stage as of December 19, 2019. The contract is set to commence on April 1, 2020, and will continue for two years, concluding on March 31, 2022. This tender was conducted using a negotiated procedure without prior publication.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in health and social care, particularly those offering innovative solutions in social prescribing and community health services to enhance wellbeing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, as they can provide bespoke services tailored to the needs of local populations. The collaborative nature of this initiative encourages partnerships that can navigate the complexities of social and health support, positioning providers to contribute to and benefit from integrated care delivery in the region.

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Notice Title

North East Essex Social Prescribing Model - GP Care Advisors Service

Notice Description

NHS North East Essex (NEE) Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is challenged financially and by the demographics of a growing elderly population. To deliver the vision described in the Suffolk and NEE Sustainability and Transformation Plans there is a move towards a collaborative way of working as the NEE Health and Wellbeing Alliance (part of the Suffolk and NEE Integrated Care System (ICS)) to form locally tailored solutions to improve the health and wellbeing outcomes of the population of North East Essex, by creating the conditions for people to be able to live long, healthy and meaningful lives. Research shows that only 20% of a person's wellbeing is affected by medical support they receive. The rest is made up of social factors e.g. housing, education, employment, finances, social care and transport. Research shows evidence of reduced GP contacts, increased self-care, reduced social isolation, improved mental health, reduced hospital attendances and many other benefits when people are signposted to non-medical services to support their non-medical wellbeing. Evidence collated from mapping social prescribing services available across NEE highlighted that currently there are a range of services available to support people with non-clinical health and wellbeing needs, however service provision appears fragmented and difficult to navigate, resulting in confusion and potential duplication within the system. Pressure is being experienced within Primary Care with people presenting to General Practice with needs which traditionally do not sit within a clinical model of care. In response to the positive results of a local pilot and the national roll out of the PCN DES, the CCG has made the decision to work with a group of system providers to develop and establish a collaborative approach towards the delivery of social prescribing across Colchester and Tendring. This will be the best solution to provide an affordable and sustainable social prescribing model which is integrated within General Practice and the developing Primary Care Networks in North East Essex. Noting the breadth of available services across NEE, several providers spanning Primary, Community, Social and Voluntary sectors are committed to service transformation, offering a range of unique and diverse perspectives working together to map existing provision and identify the best model of support for General Practice. The GP Care Advisors (GPCA) service for which this notice is published is a key service in the delivery of a social prescribing model based within General Practice which aims to optimise wellbeing through a holistic approach to people's needs. Incorporating both health and social care within a Primary Care setting will support in the prevention of deterioration, exacerbation of conditions and release capacity in Primary Care thus contributing to wider system resilience. The contractual term is for 2 years from 1st April 2020 to 31st March 2022. VEAT published on 20.1.2020. Additional information: As set out in the voluntary ex ante transparency notice that was published on 20.1.2020, to deliver the vision described in the Suffolk and NEE Sustainability and Transformation Plans there is a move towards a collaborative way of working as the NEE Health and Wellbeing Alliance (part of the Suffolk and NEE Integrated Care System (ICS)) to form locally tailored solutions to improve the health and wellbeing outcomes of the population of North East Essex, by creating the conditions for people to be able to live long, healthy and meaningful lives. In response to the positive results of a local pilot and the national roll out of the PCN DES, the CCG has made the decision to work with a group of system providers to develop and establish a collaborative approach towards the delivery of social prescribing across Colchester and Tendring. This will be the best solution to provide an affordable and sustainable social prescribing model which is integrated within General Practice and the developing Primary Care Networks in North East Essex. GP Primary Choice (GPPC) is a local primary care provider owned by 32 local GP Practices. GPCC is an alliance partner, working within the NEE H&W Alliance and the Urgent Treatment Service Collaborative delivering the Extended Access (EA) service, and Primary Enhanced Services (PES) Contract. The position of GPPC within Primary Care locally places GPPC in a unique position within NEE. With key knowledge, relationships, access to patient information and insights into the local workings of Primary Care GPPC is a trusted provider for practices and primary care leadership, providing a solid foundation for the achievement of the best possible outcomes for our population and local practices.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aa47d9ff-6c4f-4f70-b36a-1cf459d7279e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff9b55f6-f900-4cca-93f8-749718543b86
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85120000 - Medical practice and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£702,696 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£702,696 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20196 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 9QR
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Highwoods
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GP PRIMARY CHOICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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