Mandatory Title: BOB ICB Specialist Palliative Care and End of Life Service

NHS BUCKINGHAMSHIRE OXFORDSHIRE & BERKSHIRE WEST INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire & Berkshire West Integrated Care Board (BOB ICB) is in the planning phase of commissioning a Specialist Palliative Care and End of Life Service, with the procurement exercise being managed by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW). The services will cover Berkshire West and South Oxfordshire, with an anticipated contract start date in January 2026. Providers are invited to express their interest and complete a pre-procurement market engagement questionnaire by 12 Noon on 27 September 2024 via the Atamis e-procurement system. The process will adhere to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, with an initial contract term of 7 years and an option to extend for up to 3 additional years. The total contract value is approximately £35,540,510.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those with expertise in palliative and end-of-life care. The comprehensive service requirements, including community care, inpatient bed provision, hospice services, and 24/7 support, open avenues for diverse healthcare providers. Businesses offering palliative care, hospice care, and associated support services such as symptom management and bereavement counselling will find this procurement particularly relevant. Furthermore, the contract’s substantial duration offers long-term business stability and growth potential within the Integrated Care System, supporting the strategic priorities for palliative and end-of-life care in the region.

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Mandatory Title: BOB ICB Specialist Palliative Care and End of Life Service

NHS BUCKINGHAMSHIRE OXFORDSHIRE & BERKSHIRE WEST INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

12th September 2024 14:51:41 PM
Contract Summary

This notice is placed as a Prior Information Notice (PIN) to inform the market of NHS Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West (the Commissioner’s), intention to commission a Specialist Palliative Care and End of Life Service.

The Commissioner would like to understand the level of provider interest in delivering these services.

The contract will be for an initial term 7 years with an option to extend for any period up to a further 3 years commencing January 2026.

The service provision will cover Berkshire West and South Oxfordshire

This exercise is being carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioner.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-049a6d

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

85323000

CPV Division(s)

85 - Health and social work services
Awarding Authority

NHS BUCKINGHAMSHIRE OXFORDSHIRE & BERKSHIRE WEST INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

Buyer Name

Lisa Chivers

Buyer Email

scwcsu.cbprocurement@nhs.net

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

First Floor, Unipart House, Garsington Road

Oxford

OX4 2PG

United Kingdom

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Mandatory Title: BOB ICB Specialist Palliative Care and End of Life Service

NHS BUCKINGHAMSHIRE OXFORDSHIRE & BERKSHIRE WEST INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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