Tender

Market Engagement Exercise: for the provision of Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for decompression illness/gas embolism (all ages)

NHS ENGLAND

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TenderUpdate

13 Sep 2024 at 08:44

Planning

05 Sep 2024 at 13:26

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is undertaking a Market Engagement Exercise to provide Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for decompression illness and gas embolism across all ages. The industry category is Health Services, with the primary procurement category focused on services. This procurement process is in the tender stage, managed by the NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit on behalf of NHS England Specialised Commissioning. The engagement aims to evaluate the current and future capabilities of potential providers. The process will close at 12pm on 4 October 2024, with a questionnaire available for interested parties to complete by this deadline. The location of service delivery is within the United Kingdom, with the procurement method involving a structured questionnaire through the Atamis (Health Family) portal.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for businesses experienced in providing specialised health services to expand their operations. Companies with capabilities in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and related healthcare services, including emergency and critical care, will find this contract particularly relevant. The anticipated contract duration is three years, with possibilities for extensions up to a further two years (1+1). Moreover, businesses that actively participate in research, development, and national audits for HBOT services are well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender not only provides a reliable revenue stream but also establishes a partnership with NHS England, enhancing the provider's visibility and credibility in the health services market.

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Notice Title

Market Engagement Exercise: for the provision of Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for decompression illness/gas embolism (all ages)

Notice Description

NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit (AGCSU), on behalf of NHS England Specialised Commissioning (referred to as the Commissioner), is undertaking a market engagement exercise to understand the current and future capacity and capability of potential providers within this specialised area. <br/><br/>This notice is to advise prospective providers in the market of the commissioner's intention to commission this service and to provide an opportunity to engage with and participate in a market engagement questionnaire. <br/><br/>The outcome of this market engagement will help inform commissioners of the current and future capacity and capability of the market and will be considered to inform the commissioning approach. <br/><br/>Participation to this market engagement will close at 12pm (noon), 4 October 2024.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS England would like to identify providers who are interested in the provision of Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for decompression illness/gas embolism (all ages).

The service is commissioned in England for two specific indications in line with NHS England " Clinical commissioning policy: Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for decompression illness/gas embolism (all ages).

The aim of the service is to deliver Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) where clinically appropriate for those suffering from Decompression Illness (DCI) or Gas Embolism.

The above aim will be achieved by:
(a) Providing 24 hour a day access to specialist clinical assessment by a Hyperbaric physician for patients who have symptoms following diving or exposure to altered pressure environment, or who may have had gas enter their circulation by another mechanism (gas embolism).

(b) Where appropriate, onward referral or discharge of patients who do not require HBOT treatment for Decompression Illness (DCI) or Gas Embolism.

(c) 24-hour access to HBOT where clinically appropriate.

(d) HBOT delivered in facilities that are well maintained, comply with all relevant regulations, and follow best practice guidelines.

(e) HBOT facilities are staffed with suitably qualified, experienced teams with skills that are actively maintained.

(f) The delivery of care that is integrated with other services including the Emergency Department, Intensive Care, and other healthcare professionals as required.

(g) Wherever possible, supporting the return of the service user to their pre-injury level of function, including referral to return to diving assessment if appropriate.

(h) Engaging in relevant research and development of HBOT and actively engage in national audit and data collection for the HBOT service.

(i) Working with relevant agencies and clinicians to support education and prevention initiatives.

Decompression Illness

Decompression illness arises from exposure to an altered pressure environment, most often from diving. The geographical distribution of cases of decompression illness is determined by the local level of diving activity, and is concentrated around coastal areas, inland expanses of water and the locations of residence of the divers. Airports provide a significant minority of patients usually returning from a diving trip overseas. There is a total of approximately 150 - 200 cases in England per year.

Gas embolism

Cases of gas embolism arise from introduction of gas into a patient's circulation, most often inadvertently during a medical procedure (iatrogenic gas embolism). There are currently approximately 10 cases in England per year. However, this may be an underestimate of the number of actual cases.

The anticipated contract duration for this service is 3 years, with the Commissioner having the option to extend the contract up to a further 1 + 1 year(s) (maximum contract duration 5 years).

Documentation relating to this exercise including a questionnaire is available through the Atamis (Health Family) portal. To register your interest and access the questionnaire, please follow this link to the Atamis (HealthFamily) portal: https://healthfamily. force.com/s/Welcome.

The project reference is C303257 and the closing date for submission of the completed questionnaire is: 12pm (noon) 4 October 2024.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04985e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029322-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

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

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£36,749,565 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Dec 2024Expired
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 ENGLAND
Contact Name
Jessica Gaucher-Thompson
Contact Email
jessica.guacher-thompson@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
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
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

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