Planning

Tower Hamlets Autism and Diagnostic Service

N E L COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Planning

04 Apr 2018 at 09:18

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The N E L Commissioning Support Unit is planning to procure the "Tower Hamlets Autism and Diagnostic Service," aimed at providing a diagnostic and intervention service for adults in Tower Hamlets, London, dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This public procurement is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 20th April 2018. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest via email, and further details can be found in the documentation published on Contracts Finder.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health and social care sector, especially those with experience in autism-related services and support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, as the service requires a strong community-focused approach, including post-diagnosis support and assistance with employment and training for individuals with ASD.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tower Hamlets Autism and Diagnostic Service

Notice Description

The provider will provide an Autism Assessment and Intervention team aligned to mainstream health and social care. The service will provide a diagnostic pathway for adults suspected of having Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and manage a sub-contract to provide education, training and employment support. This notice, without call for competition, signals the CCG intention to procure the Autism and Diagnostic Service, through a competitive tendering process. The service will provide a diagnostic pathway for adults suspected of having ASD and its Service Objectives will be : * To deliver a diagnostic service for adults (18+) who may have ASD (including Asperger's Syndrome). * To deliver a service for reviewing patients already diagnosed with ASD where an expert review is needed *To deliver a diagnosis to those who may present with ASD behavioural conditions and symptoms *To provide post diagnosis support and brief interventions for adults with ASD *To provide a community focused model that promotes support within the community for people with ASD. *Provide clear pathways and signposting to other local services, and support for adults with an alternative diagnosis to ASD. *Provide an effective transitional pathway to assist young people (with ASD) transfer from children's to adults services. *Assist service users (where a need is identified) to access training and employment opportunities (delivered via a Third Sector organisation) The service will be located in a suitable building within the borough which can be easily accessed by public transport for the majority of Tower Hamlets residents. Additional information: Interested parties are invited to express their interest in this engagement by emailing nelcsu.welcpod-procurement@nhs.net providing an answer to all of the questions in the attached Contract finder advertisement by Friday 20th April 2018.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e735da89-6e80-474f-b948-3ade3721be95
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4e0de05-3c2f-41bb-955f-acd20c18633d
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Apr 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Apr 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
N E L COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
Jean-Claude Simba
Contact Email
nelcsu.welcpod-procurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
020 3049 5872

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 7NT
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

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