Notice Information
Notice Title
ENT MSK Challenge Opportunity
Notice Description
Ear surgery has been performed using an operating microscope since the 1950s, but improvements in endoscope and video technology have made Endoscopic Ear Surgery (EES) a viable alternative. An ear endoscope for EES allows doctors to perform complex operations on the tiny, delicate structures in the middle ear. This method is less invasive than the traditional way to perform an ear surgery, which is to make an incision behind the ear. The doctor then uses a straight endoscope to see into the ear. EES procedures last on average for 60 to 90 minutes, but can be as long as 180 minutes. These prolonged periods of holding the endoscope up, whilst performing very fine, controlled movements with the instruments within a very small, delicate organ causes significant musculoskeletal stress. It is possible that these conditions, which are particular to EES, are related to the higher levels of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) in otological surgeons. Reducing the musculoskeletal load through better work practices could reduce the time taken for surgery, reduce staff levels of MSDs and associated sickness, thereby improving workflow. They may also increase the number of operations possible and reduce the time under anaesthesia for patients. Challenge details We are looking to identify, develop and demonstrate near market ready innovative solutions that could: Improve ergonomics for surgeons ensuring equality and benefits for all; Improve ergonomics for both right and left handed surgeons, when performing surgery; Reduce time spent holding an unsupported endoscope during EES; Reduce surgery times; Reduce MSDs in ENT surgeons; Reduce sickness of ENT surgeons; Improve self-reported discomfort levels of ENT surgeons after performing EES; Meet infection prevention control standards; and Provide a cost effective and sustainable solution. Out of Scope Replacement of current endoscope equipment or theatre beds; Single use solutions. We need ideas that can be rapidly developed and tested with potential to be scaled and used across the UK over the coming months
Lot Information
Lot 1
Challenge phases structure Phase 1: Development and testing - We are looking to fund up to 5 projects up to a value of 20,000 inclusive of VAT each for Phase 1. Please note any adoption and implementation of a solution from this competition would be subject of a separate, possible competitive, procurement exercise. This competition does not cover the purchase of any solution although we may choose to investigate and explore innovative procurement routes as part of this challenge. The total funding available for the competition can change. The funders have the right to: adjust the provisional funding allocation; and apply a 'portfolio' approach. Briefing Event A briefing event was held on 30 November 2022 and the recording of the event can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/W9MAdAazSeE Additional information: Further information For more information on this competition, visit: Simply Do For any enquiries about this competition e-mail: SBRI.COE@wales.nhs.uk
Notice Details
Publication & Lifecycle
- Open Contracting ID
- ocds-h6vhtk-039391
- Publication Source
- Find A Tender Service
- Latest Notice
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036298-2022
- Current Stage
- Planning
- All Stages
- Planning
Procurement Classification
- Notice Type
- Planning Notice
- Procurement Type
- Standard
- Procurement Category
- Goods
- Procurement Method
- Not Specified
- Procurement Method Details
- Not specified
- Tender Suitability
- Not specified
- Awardee Scale
- Not specified
Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)
- CPV Divisions
33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
-
- CPV Codes
33692000 - Medical solutions
Notice Value(s)
- Tender Value
- £100,000 £100K-£500K
- Lots Value
- Not specified
- Awards Value
- Not specified
- Contracts Value
- Not specified
Notice Dates
- Publication Date
- 22 Dec 20223 years ago
- Submission Deadline
- Not specified
- Future Notice Date
- 1 Feb 2023Expired
- 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
Buyer & Supplier
Contracting Authority (Buyer)
- Main Buyer
- NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
- Contact Name
- Sarah Yellen
- Contact Email
- sarah.yellen@wales.nhs.uk
- Contact Phone
- +44 02921508273
Buyer Location
- Locality
- CARDIFF
- Postcode
- CF14 4HH
- Post Town
- Cardiff
- Country
- Wales
-
- Major Region (ITL 1)
- TLL Wales
- Basic Region (ITL 2)
- TLL5 South East Wales
- Small Region (ITL 3)
- TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
- Delivery Location
- TLL Wales
-
- Local Authority
- Cardiff
- Electoral Ward
- Heath
- Westminster Constituency
- Cardiff North
Further Information
Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)
View full OCDS Record for this contracting process
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