Tender

Expression of Interest - Intensive Support Service (Learning Disabilities)

NHS NORFOLK & WAVENEY INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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Planning

17 Mar 2023 at 15:56

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Norfolk & Waveney Integrated Care Board has initiated a tender process for an "Expression of Interest - Intensive Support Service (Learning Disabilities)" within the health services industry category. The procurement stage is currently at the planning and tender phase, with a value of £1,300,000. The deadline for submissions is set for March 30, 2023, with a contract period lasting 540 days. This opportunity is expected to create opportunities for businesses in the health services sector, particularly those specializing in services for individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs.

The procurement method for this tender is selective under the Restricted procedure, conducted by the NHS Norfolk & Waveney Integrated Care Board. Potential bidders are required to submit their responses electronically or in written form by the specified deadline. The tender aims to prevent admissions to inpatient services, promote recovery and participation, and support the social integration of individuals and families. Businesses offering specialised support services tailored to the needs of individuals with learning disabilities could find this tender highly relevant for their growth and development.

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Notice Title

Expression of Interest - Intensive Support Service (Learning Disabilities)

Notice Description

The purpose of the Intensive Support Service is to:<br/><br/>Prevent admission to inpatient services except where absolutely necessary to prevent harm<br/>Support a successful transition from in-patient Assessment & Treatment Service to community settings<br/>To support individuals with a learning disability and additional mental health needs are treated in the least restrictive environment and as close to home as possible.<br/>Promote principles of recovery and participation <br/>Provide individual care pathways based on evidence based practice and NICE guidance that offers timely interventions<br/>Work with adults with learning disabilities and their carers/family carers to develop coping skills in order to manage emotions and difficult situations<br/>Work with other services to develop an organisational strategy to cope with and manage an individual's challenging responses and complex needs.<br/>Work with adult with learning disabilities and their carers to develop effective communication strategies; this may involve referrals to other agencies.<br/>Work alongside people to develop their skills and independence in activities of daily living; this may involve referrals to other agencies.<br/>Support social and community integration by providing inclusive services<br/>Support individuals and families to maintain healthy relationships<br/>Support people to use mainstream services by working to develop the skills and ability in the service by offering specialist support and advice as well as training, consultation and hands on support<br/>Be committed to providing a service which is flexible and responsive to gender, ethnicity, cultural, religious, physical and sensory needs.<br/>Respect confidentiality within the context of professional and legal constraints, in accordance with the Trust policies and inter-agency protocols.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Expression of Interest - The service is a Schedule 3 Service and is being procured under the Light Touch Regime (LTR) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015. This notice is a Prior Information Notice under the permitted procedure for social and other specific services, as provided for in the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 - Regulation 48. In accordance with Regulation 32(b)(ii) of the Regulations, interested parties should note that the contract for the services may be awarded without further publication and interested parties should express their interest in writing by following the instructions in this document and responding to all questions accordingly.
Providers will be required to respond to a series of questions which are scored on a "Pass/Fail"basis. The scoring criteria is stipulated within the question.
Only providers who score a "Pass" on all "Pass/Fail" questions will be deemed compliant and capable.
Where a single Provider has expressed an interest and met the requirements, the Commissioner reserves the right to direct award to that provider with no further competition.
Where there is more than one Provider who has expressed an interest and scored a "Pass" on all "Pass/Fail" questions, then the Commissioner may seek to undertake a formal competitive process.

The purpose of the Intensive Support Service is to:
Prevent admission to inpatient services except where absolutely necessary to prevent harm
Support a successful transition from in-patient Assessment & Treatment Service to community settings
To support individuals with a learning disability and additional mental health needs are treated in the least restrictive environment and as close to home as possible.
Promote principles of recovery and participation
Provide individual care pathways based on evidence based practice and NICE guidance that offers timely interventions
Work with adults with learning disabilities and their carers/family carers to develop coping skills in order to manage emotions and difficult situations
Work with other services to develop an organisational strategy to cope with and manage an individual's challenging responses and complex needs.
Work with adult with learning disabilities and their carers to develop effective communication strategies; this may involve referrals to other agencies.
Work alongside people to develop their skills and independence in activities of daily living; this may involve referrals to other agencies.
Support social and community integration by providing inclusive services
Support individuals and families to maintain healthy relationships
Support people to use mainstream services by working to develop the skills and ability in the service by offering specialist support and advice as well as training, consultation and hands on support
Be committed to providing a service which is flexible and responsive to gender, ethnicity, cultural, religious, physical and sensory needs.
Respect confidentiality within the context of professional and legal constraints, in accordance with the Trust policies and inter-agency protocols.
To develop personal behaviour support plans for individuals and to upskill and support staff in developing skills around positive behaviour support

Please note that in relation to section 2.5.1.1 below Expressions will be reviewed in line with the Pass/Fail criteria set out within EOI Document 1.
Please see EOI Document 1 for a full breakdown of EOI Pass/Fail Criteria - a brief overview below.
Del Please see EOI Document 1 for the EOI Pass/Fail Questions
Del Staffing and Supervision - Pass/Fail
Del Provider Information - For Information only
Del Supporting Documentation and Declarations - Pass/Fail
Del Service Delivery - Pass/Fail
Del Mobilisation - Pass/Fail
Del Premises - Pass/Fail
Del IT Platforms - Pass/Fail

Options: Option to extend for 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03b401
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007882-2023
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,300,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS NORFOLK & WAVENEY INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
david.bailey1@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH1 East Anglia

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

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