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Expressions of Interest for Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT) services across Derbyshire

NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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Planning

04 Feb 2019 at 14:28

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS Arden & Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit, on behalf of NHS Hardwick Clinical Commissioning Group, is initiating expressions of interest for the delivery of Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT) services across Derbyshire. This procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a critical engagement deadline set for 18th February 2019 at 12pm. The services will cover the East Midlands region and are classified under miscellaneous health services (CPV code: 85140000). The current contract is due to expire on 31st March 2020, and the authority seeks to refine its commissioning approach based on market engagement feedback to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses operating in the healthcare sector, particularly those with expertise in mental health services. Providers that can deliver IAPT services within a consortium or primary-subcontractor model may find this a fitting opportunity to consolidate their capabilities. By responding to this market engagement exercise, businesses can position themselves for future contracts that aim to improve access and quality of psychological therapies across Derbyshire, ultimately contributing to community health and wellness initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Expressions of Interest for Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT) services across Derbyshire

Notice Description

NHS Arden & Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit (NHS Arden & GEM CSU) on behalf of NHS Hardwick Clinical Commissioning Group who are acting as Lead Commissioners across the Derbyshire CCG's (including NHS Erewash, NHS Southern Derbyshire and NHS North Derbyshire CCG) are inviting Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified providers capable of delivering Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT) services to the patients registered with member GP Practices of NHS Derbyshire CCG's for which they are the responsible commissioner. The current services are due to expire on 31st March 2020, which are Commissioned via an Any Qualified Provider (AQP) process, meaning that patients can chose the provider and location of their service. Services are paid on a fixed tariff. The IAPT programme remains high on the political agenda with CCGs being performance managed on access and recovery targets at regional and national level. Going forwards Commissioner are reviewing the future delivery models and propose to re-commission Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT) services with an updated service model in line with local and national strategic priorities in order to achieve improved patient pathway and accessibility, improved outcomes by increased integration and a focus on wider determinants, improved financial affordability, and evidenced health system benefits. The Commissioners preference is to re-commission services using a Lead provider / consortia model delivering a revised service specification. The purpose of awarding a single contract to a lead provider / consortia model is to avoid duplication, achieve simplicity/clarity for people and stakeholders, and consistency in quality and delivery. Key features will include: * Arrangement could be consortium or main & sub-contractors * Legal agreement between parties * One brand that will be developed jointly with CCG * One entry point * One IT system * Admin and triage function via SPOA * Activity will be allocated as agreed with partners and CCG * Will need to agree split of activity - how will work be filtered and at what point. * Lead provider responsible for quality, approach, performance as a whole, and held accountable for all delivery. * Lead provider will be paid and will distribute income. * Resources via management fee within lead provider to manage contractual arrangements, payments, SPOA, quality and performance, networking and integration The aim of this Expression of Interest is to; 1. Allow the market visibility of the proposed / future opportunities; 2. Support the CCGs informed decision making on the future commissioning of this service (as applicable); 3. To help refine the future commissioning and procurement approach and; 4. To gauge the level of interest from the market of capable providers with capacity across Derbyshire to deliver the services illustrated above. Additional information: If you wish to express an interest please register on the EU Supply Portal https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=UK. The reference for this service IAPT_2019 33679. Once registered please complete the questions within Tender quote IAPT_2019 33679 which asks providers to give details about your organisation's name and postal address, email address, contact name and number along with your capability and experience of delivering a similar service to the one summarised above and comments on the specification. 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. The deadline for Expressions of Interest responses is by 12pm (noon) 18th February 2019. Please note 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. A draft copy of the service specification has been issued for providers to make comments and suggestions for consideration by the Commissioners.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ee5a12fd-d38f-409f-a7e0-77d68aadc306
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/150f6126-9285-4d46-91dc-c9e37988d745
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

85140000 - Miscellaneous 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
4 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Feb 2019Expired
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
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

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