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HH086-20 Provision of Community Link Worker Service

NHS HIGHLAND

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02 Jun 2021 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Highland has completed a procurement process for the "Provision of Community Link Worker Service" under the Light Touch Regime. This initiative, designated under reference HH086-20, aims to enhance connections between community resources and primary care for 29 GP practices in the Highland area of Scotland. The service is intended for socio-economically deprived communities and is classified under the CPV category of medical practice and related services. The award of this contract was formalised on 26 April 2021, with the total contract value amounting to £1,384,398.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social care services, particularly those with experience in community support and social prescribing models. Companies that can deliver person-centred services and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams will be well-positioned to compete for similar tenders in the future. The focus on addressing socio-economic factors that impact health also opens avenues for innovative solutions in community engagement and patient care, making it a fitting domain for both SMEs and larger organisations looking to expand their footprint in public health initiatives.

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Notice Title

HH086-20 Provision of Community Link Worker Service

Notice Description

NHS Highland requires to deliver a Community Link Worker service to 29 GP practices within the Highland area. The aim of the service is to support people to live well through strengthening connections between community resources and primary care. Community Link Workers will provide a person-centred service that is responsive to the needs and interests of patients registered with GP Practices in socio-economically deprived areas within the Highland area.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Highland requires to deliver a Community Link Worker service to 29 GP practices across Highland area and through an option appraisal process has identified the most appropriate means to achieving this is through commissioning a third sector organisation to lead on the delivery. The aim of the service is to support people to live well through strengthening connections between community resources and primary care. Community Link Worker's will provide a person-centred service that is responsive to the needs and interests of patients registered with GP Practices in socio-economically deprived areas within the Highland area. Community Link Worker's will follow a social prescribing model and are embedded in the work of GP practices. They aim to address socio-economic and personal circumstances that affect health and wellbeing to improve the outcomes for patients and reduce pressure on GP's time. Community Link Worker's will work as integral members of practice teams working with GPs and practice staff, either virtually or face to face. As part of the wider multi-disciplinary team, utilising their skills to complement those of other team members to improve patient care and support GP practices to develop new ways to reduce GP workload. This will allow for GPs to develop their role as Expert Medical Generalists. Additional information: This procurement falls under Light Touch Regime

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02b76a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012280-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85100000 - Health services

85120000 - Medical practice and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,384,398 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Apr 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS HIGHLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nhsh.tenders@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1463717123

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV2 3BW
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness South
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SUPPORT IN MIND SCOTLAND

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