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Brighton Station Health Centre Walk-In Service and GP List

NHS SUSSEX INTEGRATED CARE BOARD (ICB)

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TenderUpdate

22 Apr 2025 at 13:24

Award

18 Oct 2024 at 11:25

TenderUpdate

02 May 2024 at 13:35

Tender

15 Apr 2024 at 16:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Brighton Station Health Centre Walk-In Service and GP List" is being conducted by the NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board (ICB) under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023. This contract spans an initial term of 7 years, starting on 1st April 2025, with an option to extend by 2 additional years. The location of the services is Brighton and Hove, within the industry category of health services. The annual contract value is set at £2,373,647, culminating in a total potential value of £21,362,823 over the maximum contract duration of 9 years. The procurement involves the essentials of both a GP registered list and a walk-in centre, with the contract having been awarded to Practice Plus Group Urgent Care Limited as of December 2024, following a competitive process. Key criteria for evaluation included quality, innovation, value, and social impact, ensuring services meet the evolving needs of the local population.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for organisations experienced in delivering healthcare services that focus on improving access, efficiency, and integration with existing healthcare systems. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions, demonstrate value for investment, and contribute positively to social outcomes will find this contract opportunity well-suited to their strengths. Additionally, the requirements for integration and collaboration with local services present further opportunities for businesses that can foster strong partnerships and deliver sustainable healthcare solutions. The procurement process used is open, which encourages wide participation and allows various providers, especially those already established in or familiar with the region's healthcare landscape, to bid.

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Notice Title

Brighton Station Health Centre Walk-In Service and GP List

Notice Description

NOTIFICATION OF INTENTION TO AWARD: NHS Sussex ICB is intending to award a contract following the competitive process of the UK Health Care Services (PSR) Regulations 2023 for Brighton Station Health Centre Walk-In Service and GP List. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be submitted to the relevant authority via the project (Atamis reference no. C255036) at: https://healthfamily.force.com/s/Welcome by midnight (23:59) on 30/10/24. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. This direct award is for a maximum period of 108 months (84 months + 24 months option to extend) The service value is PS2,373,647 per annum.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NOTIFICATION OF INTENTION TO AWARD: NHS Sussex ICB is intending to award a contract following the competitive process of the UK Health Care Services (PSR) Regulations 2023 for Brighton Station Health Centre Walk-In Service and GP List. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be submitted to the relevant authority via the project (Atamis reference no. C255036) at: https://healthfamily.force.com/s/Welcome by midnight (23:59) on 30/10/24. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. This direct award is for a maximum period of 108 months (84 months + 24 months option to extend) Contract set to commence 1st April 2025 and end 31st March 2032, with an option to extend by 24 months to end 31st March 2034. The service value is PS2,373,647 per annum. The total maximum contract value for the 7-year Contract is PS16,615,529. At the end of the initial contract term the Commissioner will have an extension option for a further 2-year (1 x 24 month) period available which will be awarded at their discretion, giving a maximum possible contract value of PS21,362,823 over 9 years (7 plus 2) if the full contract term is fulfilled. This is an existing service that will be provided by the existing provider. Description of the services: The GP Registered List: The APMS registered list will offer primary care services to patients resident within the practice boundary which comprises the city of Brighton and Hove, who wish to register with the practice. Primary Care services will be delivered in accordance with the national APMS contract, amended annually through a national contract variation. In addition, patients will be offered Locally Commissioned Services as agreed with NHS Sussex. Weight Management Services and Learning Disabilities Health Check Scheme will also be offered to appropriate registered patients. The walk-in service: The walk-in service will offer the following services to both registered and non-registered patients resident in Brighton and Hove, and those visiting the city. Mainly walk-in consultations minor illness and minor injury diagnosis and treatment * a multi-disciplinary team and/or approach * directly bookable appointments into the service from NHS111 * directly bookable capability into other services for urgent onward referral * health promotion, signposting, information on self-directed referrals and social prescribing capability * support, advice, and information on registering with a GP practice if not already registered * real time data on appointments and service capacity available to patients and the wider system. Service Aims * Provide timely primary care medical services to registered patients who are resident in the practice boundary area of Brighton and Hove. * Improve access to urgent primary care for the communities of, and visitors to, Brighton and Hove via a walk-in service. * Reduce the need for unheralded attendance at ED and UTC ensuring patients are seen in the most appropriate setting for their needs. * Support primary care resilience in the city. * Integrate with other services in the city in the development of Integrated Care Teams and the ongoing development of the Deans and Central Brighton Primary Care Network (PCN). The contract award criteria are specified in the procurement documents.

Options: 2-year extension option after the initial 7 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04526c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016264-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,712,384 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£20,712,384 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£21,362,823 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS SUSSEX INTEGRATED CARE BOARD (ICB)
Contact Name
Stuart Meredith
Contact Email
stuart.meredith1@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 2FZ
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRACTICE PLUS GROUP URGENT CARE

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