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Expressions of Interest for Cliff House APMS in Lincoln City, on behalf of NHS Lincolnshire CCG

NHS LINCOLNSHIRE CCG

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28 Jun 2022 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Lincolnshire CCG is seeking expressions of interest for the delivery of primary care medical services at Cliff House Surgery and its branch at Gresham Street in Lincoln. This procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with the deadline for responses set for 10am on 18th July 2022. The new contract is intended to commence on 1st April 2023 and will have a duration of ten years, with the option to extend for an additional five years. The industry category for this procurement falls under general practitioner services, and it is part of a tender process initiated in accordance with the NHS Standard Alternative Provider Medical Services Contract 2021.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in primary healthcare services, particularly those with the capability to meet NHS standards. Companies that can demonstrate a strong workforce, organisational engagement within a Primary Care Network, and a commitment to patient-centric care will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, it is crucial for interested providers to be prepared for the challenges of sourcing and fitting out new premises, as current facilities are privately owned by the incumbent provider. Successful engagement in this procurement process may lead to a long-term partnership with the NHS, enhancing visibility and credibility in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Expressions of Interest for Cliff House APMS in Lincoln City, on behalf of NHS Lincolnshire CCG

Notice Description

NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit (AGEM CSU) on behalf of NHS Lincolnshire CCG (referred to as the commissioner) is seeking expressions of interest to deliver primary care medical services for the registered patients at Cliff House Surgery and the branch surgery at Gresham Street within the city of Lincoln. The new contract is required to start on 1st April 2023 and the contract is to run for a period of 10 years with the option to extend for up to a further 5 years (maximum total contract duration 15 years). The contract to be entered into will be in accordance with the NHS Standard Alternative Provider Medical Services Contract 2021. The provider will be paid at the APMS global sum rate of PS96.65, including national payments, and local enhanced services. The current practice list size, as of April 2022 is 6676 (raw) and 6729.21 (weighted).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The practice has a current CQC rating of 'Good' (date of last inspection 11th August 2016) and the practice has achieved 563.8 out of 567 for QOF. The Commissioner is seeking a provider who can deliver the following: - Access to medical services that meets the needs of the patients in both areas An appropriate skill mix in the workforce in order to meet the needs of the patients A Provider that will engage and work as part of a Primary Care Network to support delivery of care at a PCN level Wider system working - Neighbourhood Teams, other local practices, other providers (health, social & 3rd sector) Delivery in line with the principles of the NHS Long Term Plan Continuity of care Strong clinical leadership Proactive patient engagement The current services are delivered from Cliff House Surgery and the branch surgery at Gresham Street within the city of Lincoln. These premises are privately owned by the incumbent provider, therefore, a new provider will be required to source and fit out suitable premises ahead of the contract start date. The premises needs to be within the practice boundaries (please refer to the published draft spec) and easily accessible by foot, private vehicle, or public transport for patients. The premises requirement will need to meet the Health Building Notes Facilities for Primary and Community Care Services (HBN 11-01). The reimbursement will be made following District Valuation Office Value for money assessment (for rent only), CCG approval and in line with the Premises Cost Directions 2013. For clarity, the CCG will reimburse rent, water, and rates only. https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/facilities-for-primary-and-community-care-services-hbn-11-01/ Interested providers are to note that the Commissioners will not be providing any additional funding for costs associated to sourcing or fitting out suitable premises. The new provider will be expected to work closely with the CCG to keep the patient population informed of any changes that they may experience through the mobilisation period such as a change of location for the new service. Please note, TUPE will be applicable. Following the publication of the modification notice, published on 12th January 2022, notifying parties of a contract extension of 12 months to allow interested parties to seek premises for the delivery of primary care services (https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000927-2022?), the Commissioner wishes to engage with the market again, to ascertain the level of interest from viable providers by completing a short market assessment questionnaire. Potential service providers wishing to register their interest and who are capable in meeting the terms and conditions set out above and in the Draft Service Specification for the proposed service are asked to complete a short market assessment questionnaire by registering their interest on the EU Supply website https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=UK . Please register your interest against: "Quote/tender 54311 - AG21518 - Cliff House APMS for NHS Lincolnshire CCG" and complete the market assessment questionnaire. If interested providers have any questions regarding this opportunity, then they may raise questions via the portals messaging facility. Please note, the deadline for responses is 10am on 18th July 2022. This market assessment questionnaire will influence the procurement process that the Commissioner will follow in order to source a service provider. Therefore, it is advised that organisations respond to the published questionnaire if they are interested in bidding for this service. Additional information: If more than one compliant provider registers an interest for this opportunity, meets the requirements set out in this Notice, the questionnaire, and the draft Service Specification, then the CCG may set out details for a competitive process in September 2022. Should only one provider meet the requirements, the CCG reserves the right to award to that provider following due diligence checks.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-034b8c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017638-2022
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85121100 - General-practitioner services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Sep 2022Expired
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
NHS LINCOLNSHIRE CCG
Contact Name
Neelam Saroe
Contact Email
neelamsaroe@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SLEAFORD
Postcode
NG34 8GG
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC

Local Authority
North Kesteven
Electoral Ward
Sleaford Holdingham
Westminster Constituency
Sleaford and North Hykeham

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