Tender

Autism Assessment Support and Waiting List Initiative

LANCASHIRE AND SOUTH CUMBRIA NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

19 Sep 2024 at 12:08

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is inviting tenders for the "Autism Assessment Support and Waiting List Initiative" under the health services category. The procurement aims to reduce the backlog of autism assessments, prioritising those waiting the longest. The tender is currently in the active stage, with submissions required by 21 October 2024, and the contract period running from 1 November 2024 to 30 November 2027. The procurement is open to SMEs and VCSEs, indicating a focus on inclusive participation. The procurement process follows a distinctive method described as "Other". The initiative is geographically situated in the North West of the United Kingdom, specifically in the PR5 6AW postal code area.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those experienced in providing autism assessment support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the procurement process aims to foster diverse competition. The substantial contract value of £600,000 offers a lucrative opportunity for growth and expansion within the healthcare sector. Businesses adept at managing substantial service contracts and with the capability to scale services efficiently will find this tender particularly advantageous.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Autism Assessment Support and Waiting List Initiative

Notice Description

LSCFT and the ICB have agreed to conduct a further exercise to add capacity to our system and reduce the number of people currently awaiting assessment, targeting those waiting the longest for assessment in the first instance. 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
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/559708ef-2006-4d1c-b5e3-4681370c8205
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 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
LANCASHIRE AND SOUTH CUMBRIA NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Stephen McGarry
Contact Email
stephen.mcgarry@lscft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR5 6AW
Post Town
Preston
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
South Ribble
Electoral Ward
Bamber Bridge East
Westminster Constituency
Ribble Valley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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