Planning

Neurodevelopmental Diagnostic Assessments

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

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Planning

25 Nov 2024 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is in the planning stage for a tender titled "Neurodevelopmental Diagnostic Assessments." This procurement opportunity is part of the health industry category and is located in Cardiff, UK. It aims to address the increased demand for Neurodevelopmental Diagnostic services for children and young people up to 18 years old in the Cardiff and Vale Health Board region. The tender process is scheduled to progress with key upcoming dates, including a future notice publication on 4th December 2024 and a pre-market engagement session on 3rd December 2024. The potential contract value is estimated at £900,000 GBP, covering services to be delivered both digitally and face-to-face, with implementation expected to start within 4 weeks of the contract award.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in clinical services, particularly those experienced in Neurodevelopmental assessments for conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Companies with capacity for flexible service delivery, including digital platforms and in-person clinics, and staffed by qualified clinicians adhering to NICE Guidelines, will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in this procurement process could facilitate growth by enabling established health service providers to expand their services within an NHS framework, addressing long-standing assessment backlogs and contributing to enhanced healthcare outcomes for young people.

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Notice Title

Neurodevelopmental Diagnostic Assessments

Notice Description

The Cardiff and Vale Health Board is responsible for the delivery of Neurodevelopmental Diagnostic services to children and young people up to the age of 18 years old. This is currently delivered by a multidisciplinary team through a mixed method delivery of face to face and virtual clinics. Due to a significant increase in demand, the Health Board is seeking to implement additional clinical resource to undertake appropriate diagnostic assessments for Neurodevelopmental conditions including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The additional clinical resource will support in the clinical delivery of assessment to children and young people who have been waiting for assessment for over 2 years. Preferably the additional clinical resource would deliver assessment activity through an appropriate digital platform, although delivery does not have to be limited to digital and appropriate face to face delivery will be acceptable.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Health Board is responsible for the delivery of Neurodevelopmental Diagnostic services to children and young people up to the age of 18 years old. This is currently delivered by a multidisciplinary team through a mixed method delivery of face to face and virtual clinics. Due to a significant increase in demand, the Health Board is seeking to implement additional clinical resource to undertake appropriate diagnostic assessments for Neurodevelopmental conditions including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The additional clinical resource will support in the clinical delivery of assessment to children and young people who have been waiting for assessment for over 2 years. Preferably the additional clinical resource would deliver assessment activity through an appropriate digital platform, although delivery does not have to be limited to digital and appropriate face to face delivery will be acceptable. Key Objectives - to include but not limited to: -clinically led -Be able to deliver Neurodevelopmental diagnostic assessments for conditions including ASD and ADHD -Be able to complete a full diagnostic assessment within 4 weeks of the first assessment appointment -Be staffed by appropriately qualified clinicians who adhere to recognised professional body standards with an appropriate level of practical experience. Staff must hold safeguarding level 3 certification and an enhanced DBS check -Meet the standards of the current clinical evidence base for diagnostic assessment as outlined in NICE Guidance -Allow for flexible access to assessment between 8am - 8pm to best meet the needs of CYP and their Parent/s Carers. If possible, services should be provided over the weekend. - Be able to adhere to local policies and procedures, particularly in relation to safeguarding -Mirror the core services in the management of DNAs and communication of these -Have a clear clinical supervision model in place within an appropriate governance framework. Key Outputs - to include but not limited to: Diagnostic Assessments -360 Neurodevelopmental Diagnostic Assessments -Assessing for ASD / ADHD or both as appropriate -Assessments should be fully completed with outcome / diagnosis confirmed with the family within 4 weeks of the first assessment appointment Assessments should commence no later than 6 weeks from the date the referral is accepted into your service. All assessments should have commenced before the end of the 2024-2025 financial year.. Timescales for implementation It would be expected that the delivery of assessments would commence no later than 4 weeks following the successful award of the contract and completion of relevant information governance requirements, following a period of set up and information sharing.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-146126
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=146126
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information 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

85111000 - Hospital services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
4 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 WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Jane Boult
Contact Email
jane.boult@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2921500648

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV494724
    Neurodevelopmental Diagnostic Assessments - The Cardiff and Vale Health Board is responsible for the delivery of Neurodevelopmental Diagnostic services to children and young people up to the age of 18 years old. This is currently delivered by a multidisciplinary team through a mixed method delivery of face to face and virtual clinics. Due to a significant increase in demand, the Health Board is seeking to implement additional clinical resource to undertake appropriate diagnostic assessments for Neurodevelopmental conditions including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The additional clinical resource will support in the clinical delivery of assessment to children and young people who have been waiting for assessment for over 2 years. Preferably the additional clinical resource would deliver assessment activity through an appropriate digital platform, although delivery does not have to be limited to digital and appropriate face to face delivery will be acceptable.

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