Tender

Procurement for the provision of a BNSSG DVT service

NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT

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27 Sep 2018 at 10:23

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group (BNSSG CCG) is seeking to procure a Deep Vein Thrombosis Service (DVT) aimed at establishing a standardised DVT pathway for adults with suspected cases. This procurement is managed by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) and follows an open procedure method. The tender period is open until 15 November 2018, with the contract commencing on 1 April 2019 for an initial term of three years, potentially extendable for up to two additional years. The estimated budget for this service is approximately £500,000 annually, with delivery required in the South West region of England.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with experience in providing DVT management and direct access scanning. Companies that are SMEs or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this procurement particularly relevant. Successful bidders will be expected to enhance patient care by streamlining assessment processes and reducing unnecessary referrals, creating a space for innovative solutions in patient management and service delivery. Businesses that leverage electronic referral mechanisms and efficient clinical practices will be well-positioned to succeed in this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement for the provision of a BNSSG DVT service

Notice Description

NHS Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group (BNSSG CCG) wishes to procure a Deep Vein Thrombosis Service (DVT) for service users registered with a BNSSG GP. The aim is to establish a standardised BNSSG DVT pathway for adults presenting in general practice with a suspected DVT. The contract(s) will be for an initial term of 3 years from 01/04/2019, with a possible extension of any period (or periods) up to a further 2 years, as defined at the discretion of the CCG. The CCG has an annual budget available of approximately PS500,000 (excluding. VAT). This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners. Interested providers will be able to view this notice via the 'current tenders' list on the e-procurement portal (In-tend). https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Home Additional information: NHS Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group (BNSSG CCG) wishes to procure a Deep Vein Thrombosis Service (DVT) for service users registered with a BNSSG GP. The aim is to establish a standardised BNSSG DVT pathway for adults presenting in general practice with a suspected DVT. The objectives of the Service are to: * improve patient care and experience by minimising the number of hand offs between clinical teams, to direct access scans * reduce unnecessary referrals, investigations and treatment * reduce variation in DVT assessment and management across BNSSG and provide a consistent approach * provide a quality service that is cost effective * support primary care through the use of a fast and easy to use electronic referral mechanism for requesting urgent scans, and for electronic reporting of scan outcomes integrated into the GP clinical system * provide ultrasound and outpatient services at a minimum of 3 locations, using locations which minimise travel times for patients from across North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and Bristol The DVT full pathway requires initial assessment in primary care and where indicated direct access to scans provided by a specialist provider who will also manage all positive DVT patients. This service is for the provision of direct access scans and the management of the positive DVT patients which will include initiation of treatment, patient education, further investigations where indicated (for unprovoked DVTs) and a management plan back to the GP which includes length of treatment, results of additional investigations and ongoing management plan. The contract(s) will be for an initial term of 3 years from 01/04/2019, with a possible extension of any period (or periods) up to a further 2 years, as defined at the discretion of the CCG. The CCG has an annual budget available of approximately PS500,000 (excluding. VAT). This is based on current National Tariffs and anticipated activity. The National Tariffs identified do not include the element of Market Forces Factor (MFF) which will be reimbursed under the terms of the National Tariff Payment System (NTPS). This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners. Interested providers will be able to view this notice via the 'current tenders' list on the e-procurement portal (In-tend). https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Home

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fa06f223-577e-499e-bf27-ee249d27283c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84a907fd-0dde-40a9-8bb2-70ea435cc3ca
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 (above threshold)
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
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Nov 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2022 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
NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 3NX
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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