Tender

Type 2 Diabetes Structured Education Service

NHS MIDLANDS AND LANCASHIRE CSU

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Tender

22 Feb 2021 at 16:56

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Midlands and Lancashire CSU is seeking proposals for the 'Type 2 Diabetes Structured Education Service' aimed at supporting adults diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland areas. This open tender is currently in the planning phase, with bids due by 25th March 2021 at 13:00 hours. The successful provider will aim to empower patients with knowledge and skills to better manage their condition, serving a diverse population with specific needs. The contract, which has a maximum core value of £100,000 annually, is set to commence on 1st September 2021 and will run for three years, with an option to extend for an additional two years based on satisfactory performance.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health education services, particularly those capable of tailoring programmes to meet the diverse cultural and accessibility needs of patients. Service providers with experience in diabetes management, health promotion, and community engagement are encouraged to apply, especially those that can demonstrate a commitment to inclusivity and reducing health inequalities. Interested providers should ensure they register on the relevant eProcurement portals to stay informed about the bidding process and requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Type 2 Diabetes Structured Education Service

Notice Description

NHS Leicester City CCG, NHS West Leicestershire CCG and NHS East Leicestershire & Rutland CCG (together known as the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland CCGs, or LLR CCG) NHS Midlands & Lancashire CSU (MLCSU) on behalf of the Commissioners (the LLR CCGs) is publishing their intent with regards to the following service: The CCG's are looking to commission a Type 2 Diabetes Structured Education Service and look forward to receiving bids from providers that can deliver this service which has come to an end of its original contract. The aim of the service is to support adults aged 18 years and over registered with a GP in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland areas diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus to improve knowledge and self-management of their condition through the provision of a diabetes education programme. The programme will be offered to all patients with a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes with priority given to those that are newly diagnosed (newly diagnosed being up to 12 months from the date of diagnosis) or those not achieving NDA targets (BP <=140/80, cholesterol <5mmol, HbA1c <= 58mmol/mol, only 2 targets or poor HbA1c control (>64mmol/mol). Programmes will be delivered by appropriately trained educators, be evidence-based and suit the needs of the individual. The programmes will have specific aims and learning objectives and support the individual and their family and carers in developing positive attitudes, beliefs, knowledge and skills to self-manage their diabetes. This will include information on how to manage diabetes through diet, physical activity, and medication (where applicable), thereby supporting a reduction in the risk of complications associated with poorly managed diabetes. The Provider must ensure the service is tailored to the circumstances and cultural needs of Service Users and sensitive to different traditions including cultural, religious, language or literacy needs as well as those with learning difficulties or mental health illness and those with sight impairment/hearing loss. The content of the sessions will aim to empower Service Users to take a leading role in instituting and maintaining long-term behavior change to better manage their diabetes.The Provider must ensure equal access by all Service Users to reduce health inequalities and promote inclusion, tailoring the Service to support and target those with greatest need through a proportionate universalism approach and equality of access for people with protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. Access to the Service will accommodate the diverse needs of the target population in terms of availability, accessibility, customs and location. The Provider will build relationships and work with relevant local stakeholders (including the local health economy and community sector organisations) to deliver a relevant and inclusive programme. The contract is offered on a block basis, with a maximum core contract value of PS100,000 per annum. Additional information: Access to the Service will accommodate the diverse needs of the target population in terms of availability, accessibility, customs and location. The Provider will build relationships and work with relevant local stakeholders (including the local health economy and community sector organisations) to deliver a relevant and inclusive programme. The contract is offered on a block basis, with a maximum core contract value of PS100,000 per annum. The Commissioner reserves the right to reject bids that exceed the financial threshold. The contract length is three years with an option to extend for a further two years subject to satisfactory performance and agreement by the Commissioners. The service will be commissioned via an open procurement process advertised to all potential providers, which is proportionate to the value and complexity of the service and contract. We recommend any providers of similar services, providers who may be interested in providing this service in the future, or other stakeholders who may have an interest in providing this service to register on Contracts Finder and on the MLCSU eProcurement portal Bravo. The service must be locally based within the CCG's geographical area. The Commissioners require the service to commence on 1st September 2021. Interested providers are asked to complete and submit their bids. All completed and submitted bids must be via the NHS Midlands and Lancashire (MLCSU) eProcurement portal, Bravo by the stated deadline. The Invitation to Tender will close on 25th March 2021 at 13:00 hours Bidders' clarifications will close on 17th February 2021 at 13:00 hours Clarifications will be conducted online through the E-tendering portal only. We recommend any providers who may be interested in providing this service to register on Contracts Finder and on the MLCSU eProcurement portal Bravo for alerts, please see links below. https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk https://mlcsu.bravosolution.co.uk (to register on the ML CSU Bravo portal please see instructions on the following page).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1224fa22-ccf6-49bd-bedd-1ab9a57b2c5a
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 2-3 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 MIDLANDS AND LANCASHIRE CSU
Contact Name
NHS Midlands & Lancashire CSU
Contact Email
raj.sandhu@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE ON TRENT
Postcode
ST4 4LX
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Fenton West & Mount Pleasant
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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