Planning

Expressions of Interest for the Delivery of Tier 3 Weight Management Services across Derbyshire

NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Planning

03 Nov 2017 at 15:54

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

05 Sep 2017 at 10:28

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Arden & Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit is currently in the planning stage for the procurement of Tier 3 Weight Management Services across Derbyshire. This initiative aims to invite Expressions of Interest from qualified providers to deliver specialised weight management support to patients within the region. The engagement process is set to conclude on 23rd February 2018. Interested organisations should take note that final responses for this market testing exercise must be submitted by midday on 20th September 2017.

This procurement opportunity presents significant potential for businesses in the health services sector, particularly those with expertise in obesity management and multidisciplinary care. Companies that specialise in behavioural health, dietetics, and pharmacotherapy are particularly well-positioned to compete, as the commissioning group is looking for providers capable of delivering comprehensive services over a prolonged period. Engaging in this tender could enable businesses to expand their reach and foster partnerships within the healthcare community in Derbyshire.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Expressions of Interest for the Delivery of Tier 3 Weight Management Services across Derbyshire

Notice Description

NHS Arden & Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit (NHS Arden & GEM CSU) on behalf of NHS Southern Derbyshire Clinical Commissioning Group (SDCCG) acting as lead Commissioners on behalf of the Derbyshire CCG's including NHS Erewash, Hardwick and North Derbyshire CCG's are inviting Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified providers capable of delivering Tier 3 Weight Management Service for patients registered within Derbyshire. The Commissioners are assessing the markets interest, capabilities and capacity to provide a Tier 3 service for a multi-disciplinary (e.g. including a physician, dietician, psychologist with a special interest in obesity etc.), specialist weight management services which support people with severe obesity and complex needs over a long period of time (e.g. 12-24 months). These services will often include pharmacotherapy and behavioural intervention also. The key aims of this service will be to support people to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. NICE PH42 recommends the development of a sustainable and community-wide approach to obesity (NICE, 2012). It is envisaged that the Service will also contribute to reducing inequalities in obesity prevalence by providing an equitable service including targeted, evidence-based weight management support to identified priority groups. The CCG's vision is to; * ensure systems are in place to allow people to access or receive support from an obesity pathway. * to contribute to reducing adult obesity prevalence in Derby City and Derbyshire County by providing an evidence-based, person-centred service for people who are severely overweight, with or without co-morbidities. The key Objectives of the Service will be to; * to provide a triage and case management service that identifies, with eligible service users, the best weight management journey for them and continues for up to 12-24 months as needed. * to provide an appropriate mix of specialist interventions (e.g. behavioural, dietetic, pharmacological etc.) to support weight management, meet client needs and achieve service outcomes. * to work with statutory services to support eligible service users into existing community and voluntary sector support for diet, lifestyle and physical activity. * to provide and manage a service that is equitable and accessible by clients who wish to access it. * to ensure robust quality assurance systems at all levels of the Service. * to promote the Service, motivating eligible patients to consider weight-loss and access the Service. Additional information: The aim of the expression of interest exercise is to: 1. Support the CCGs informed decision making on the potential options on the future commissioning of these services. 2. To help refine the commissioning and procurement approach and; 3. To gauge the level of interest from the market of capable providers with Capacity across Derbyshire to deliver the services illustrated above. This is a market testing exercise and does not commit the CCG to carry out a procurement process. Current services will remain in place during this period in line with existing contracts and service level agreements. Bidders who have expressed an interest in this market testing exercise will have the opportunity to submit a separate response to the Contract Notice as applicable. You can express an interest in this market testing exercise by registering your organisation on the Bravo website: https://ardengemcsu.bravosolution.co.uk. The pre-qualification questionnaire (PQQ) reference is PQQ_425. Once registered, please complete the questions in the qualification envelope which asks providers to give details about your organisation's name and postal address, email address, contact name and number. Your response should also include capability and previous experience of delivering this or a similar level of engagement. The deadline for submitting a response for this market testing exercise is 12pm (noon) 20th September 2017.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a93a264-5895-4181-8c8d-b637b37dc696
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
3 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Feb 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 3QT
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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