Planning

Framework agreement for Clinical Communication Tools 2021 for NHS Organisations

NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE COMMISSIONING BOARD

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Planning

24 Aug 2021 at 14:56

Summary of the contracting process

The National Health Service Commissioning Board is planning a procurement process for a Framework Agreement focused on Clinical Communication Tools for NHS organisations across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. This tender is currently in the planning stage, with a significant budget of £125,000,000 allocated for the project. Interested suppliers must submit a completed Market Engagement Questionnaire (MEQ) via the In-Tend portal by 12:00 on 3rd September 2021. The procurement covers three distinct lots aimed at modernising communication and task management systems within the NHS, enhancing efficiency through improved digital tools.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those offering software development and communication solutions. Companies with expertise in secure messaging apps, data transmission services, and task management systems will be well-positioned to compete for contracts under this framework. By participating in this procurement, businesses can contribute to significant advancements in NHS operational efficiencies while expanding their market presence within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Framework agreement for Clinical Communication Tools 2021 for NHS Organisations

Notice Description

The National Health Service Commissioning Board on behalf of NHSX, which is a joint unit formed by both NHS England and NHS Improvement and the Department of Health and Social Care (the Commissioner). The Commissioner is now looking to refresh (re-procure) the Clinical Communications Tool framework to continue with the core aims of modernising the communications and tasks management systems throughout the NHS. NHS organisations require dedicated modern communications and task management systems to enable staff time to be saved by reducing their need to use the historic 'bleep' system or by sending emails and numerous telephone calls. Staff need to share clinical information quickly and securely whilst at work (including between NHS Organisations and associated service Providers to the NHS), using tools that can be turned off when not at work. The National Health Commissioning Board is continuing to look at Clinical Commissioning Tools services in the NHS, which include the following interventions: * Address critical pain points for clinical and/or operational teams * Release time for individuals and teams of NHS staff * Enable streamlined care for patients * Support with patients transfer of care within and between NHS organisations and associated service Providers to the NHS * Readily be able to scale widely across the NHS with at least 1 established use case * Have an online presence and/or WebApp available * Be downloaded onto mobile devices or tablet devices This new framework will be split into 3 Lots: The Market Engagement Questionnaire (MEQ) has been developed for completion by Suppliers. To access the MEQ, Suppliers need to register with the Commissioner's online portal In-tend (eTendering portal). Once Suppliers access In-Tend they can then follow the instructions to complete the MEQ. The Commissioner asks for completed MEQs to be returned in accordance with the instructions set out in the MEQ by 3rd September 2021 at 12:00. The proposed scope of services is: Lot 1 - Secure Clinical Communication tool / Messaging app - two-way messaging including basic image / video sharing. Please note that detailed requirements will be set out in the application specification. Lot 2 - Secure Clinical Communication tool / Messaging App premium plus Enhanced Functionalities (defined below) Lot 3 - Secure Clinical Communication tool / Messaging App premium plus Enhanced Functionalities and Additional Functions (as defined below) Enhanced Functionalities: image / video transfer, task management, API integration and Interoperability with other clinical solutions and alert functionality, (including crash bleep replacement & break through silence if available), NHS directory. Please note that detailed requirements will be set out in the application specification. Additional Functions: signposting, platform for Clinical A&G dialogue / communications. Please note that detailed requirements will be set out in the application specification. Suppliers will be able to bid for multiple Lots. This PIN is to enable the Commissioner to gather information. It is not the call for competition and does not constitute a commitment by the Commissioner to undertake any procurement exercise. The Commissioner reserves the right to change its approach or specifications.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Lot 1 - Secure Clinical Communication tool / Messaging app - two-way messaging including basic image / video sharing For full details and functionalities please see service specification.

Lot 2

Lot 2 - Secure Clinical Communication tool / Messaging App premium plus Enhanced Functionality as defined in the Short Description above. For full details and functionalities please see service specification.

Lot 3

Lot 3 - Secure Clinical Communication tool / Messaging App premium plus Enhanced Functionality and Additional Functions as defined in the Short Description above. For full details and functionalities please see service specification.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02d8f3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020868-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48510000 - Communication software package

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72210000 - Programming services of packaged software products

72260000 - Software-related services

72318000 - Data transmission services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Sep 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE COMMISSIONING BOARD
Contact Name
Garry Mitchell
Contact Email
commercial.procurementhub@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+44 7786275627

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS2 7UE
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

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