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PROVISION OF AN ALTERNATIVE PROVIDER OF MEDICAL SERVICES (APMS) CONTRACT FOR NHS WEST LEICESTERSHIRE CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS West Leicestershire Clinical Commissioning Group has undertaken a public procurement process for the provision of an Alternative Provider of Medical Services (APMS) contract. This contract aims to deliver medical services at Thurmaston Health Centre, Leicestershire, to cater to a weighted population of 6,703 patients. The procurement method was an open procedure compliant with the Light Touch Regime of the Procurement Contract Regulations 2015, with the tender period closing on 9th June 2021. The contract commenced on 18th October 2021, is valued at approximately £9.466 million over a potential ten-year period, and includes a five-year extension option, subject to the Commissioner's discretion. The contract is classified under the CPV code for medical practice and related services in the East Midlands region of the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those offering innovative and integrated primary care services. Companies specialising in medical service provision, particularly general practice, will find this contract appealing, especially those with the capability to develop new service delivery methods, improve patient engagement, and utilise digital technology effectively. Smaller enterprises with proven expertise in healthcare service delivery are encouraged to participate, as the procurement was designed to allow competitive small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to form partnerships or submit bids to meet the established sustainability criteria outlined by the commissioners.

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Notice Title

PROVISION OF AN ALTERNATIVE PROVIDER OF MEDICAL SERVICES (APMS) CONTRACT FOR NHS WEST LEICESTERSHIRE CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP

Notice Description

This was a call for competition. NHS West Leicestershire Clinical Commissioning Group (WL CCG) was seeking to commission a provider to deliver medical services at Thurmaston Health Centre, Leicestershire under an Alternative Provider of Medical Services contract from the 18th of October 2021 for a weighted population of 6,703 patients. The Commissioners wished to receive responses to the Invitation to Tender (ITT) from suitably qualified and experienced Providers with the necessary skill and experience (or a demonstrable ability to provide the skill and experience) to provide the range of services required. The contract was for a term of five (5) years from the Service start date with the possibility of extending the term by up to another 5 years beyond the initial contracted term at the Commissioner's request. The contract start date was 18th of October 2021. The contract value for this service was variable, and estimated to be PS938,513 at 2021/22 prices, and up to a total PS9.39m over the potential 10-years of the contract (including extensions). The Commissioner advised it would reject bids that did not meet the sustainability test (as defined in the tender documentation). The service was commissioned via an open type procurement process according to the Light Touch Regime of the Procurement Contract Regulations 2015 for healthcare services advertised to all providers which was proportionate to the value and complexity of the service and contract. The invitation to tender (ITT) was available from 12th May 2021 on the ML CSU Bravo portal and had a deadline for submissions of 12:00 noon on 9th June 2021. Additional information: The aim of the service is to deliver all essential, additional and enhanced primary care services to all registered patients at the practice. The Commissioner was seeking innovation in the provision of integrated primary care services, which align to both the national and local strategic plans, i.e.: a) 'Do things differently': o develop new ways to improve access and service delivery; o improve integration and collaborative working with local health and social care providers, including Primary Care Networks; o improve engagement with patients in the development of integrated primary care services ensuring the patient has more control over their own health and the care they receive. b) Preventing illness, tackling health inequalities: o promote physical and psychological well-being and self- care; o addressing health inequalities to improve patient outcomes. c) 'Provide world class care for major health problems' through: o improved continuity of care; o clinical audit; o appropriate risk assessment to promote early diagnosis of chronic disease; o improved long term condition management. d) Making better use of data and digital technology: o supporting the 'digital first' approach with clinically safe, NHS approved digital technology to improve access, increase patient choice, and improve quality and outcomes. e) Backing the workforce: o providing a GP-led service with appropriate clinical oversight to support the multi- disciplinary practice team; o providing and supporting all staff holistically, ensuring personal development, promoting confidence and greater staff satisfaction.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fb52724f-1404-4e1c-8e9f-69e67a113520
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a67be77c-b145-45a1-b77c-662fb8417e80
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85120000 - Medical practice and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,466,752 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,466,752 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
17 Oct 2021 - 4 Oct 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENTER NAME OF COMMISSIONING ORGANISATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 6NB
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DHU HEALTH CARE CIC (DHU

Further Information

Notice Documents

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