Award

Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CCBT) Software

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

23 Mar 2021 at 00:00

Tender

30 Oct 2020 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by The Common Services Agency (NHS National Services Scotland), involves the acquisition of Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CCBT) Software, with a specific focus on services related to General Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and Insomnia. The tender process is currently active and has moved into the Award stage. The overall budget for the procurement is set at £1,300,000, and the contract will initially span 12 months, commencing upon award, with the potential for a two-year Phase 2 rollout contingent on clinical acceptance. Key dates include the tender submission deadline, which concludes on 16 November 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) adept in software development and mental health solutions. Companies providing innovative digital therapies, particularly those focused on mental health, will find this contract appealing. The dual-type software requirements (GAD and Insomnia) indicate a need for suppliers who can deliver quality, functionality, and maintenance options to support the NHS's ongoing initiatives in mental health care. Engaging in this procurement not only fosters business growth but also positions companies as critical players in enhancing public health services.

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Notice Title

Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CCBT) Software

Notice Description

NHS NSS wishes on behalf of NHS Scotland to purchase Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (cCBT) and the support and maintenance of the Software. The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1 (maximum budget of 80,000 GBP for each lot). There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. Phase two if approved will last for two years. There are two Lots in relation to this Notice. Lot 1 General Anxiety Disorder (GAD) software and Lot 2 Insomnia software.

Lot Information

Insomnia Software

Poor sleep and insomnia have a significant negative impact on mental and physical health. Improving the sleep quality of a population has the potential to deliver clinical, financial and workforce benefits across the entire health system in both the short and longer terms. NHS National Services Scotland on behalf of NHS Scotland requires a supplier to provide Insomnia Software and related services. The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1. There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out only if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. The maximum budget for the Test of Change Activity is 80,000 GBP.

Options: The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1. There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out only if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. The maximum budget for the Test of Change Activity is 80,000 GBP.

Renewal: The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1. There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out only if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. The maximum budget for the Test of Change Activity is 80,000 GBP.

General Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Software

Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) is one of the most common mental health conditions, with the WHO stating that anxiety disorders are the 6th leading contributor to global disability of any health condition, physical or mental. NHS National Services Scotland on behalf of NHS Scotland requires a supplier to provide GAD Software and related services. The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1. There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out only if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. The maximum budget for the Test of Change Activity is 80,000 GBP.

Options: Option at end of year 1 to a Phase 2 roll out phase.

Renewal: The Contract will be for an initial period of 12 months in a Test of Change activity called Phase 1. There will be the option of a Phase 2 Roll out only if there is both Clinical acceptance of the findings of Phase 1 and approval of a funding request for this future optional Roll out phase. The maximum budget for the Test of Change Activity is 80,000 GBP.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000634740
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410163
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,300,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,360,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")
Contact Name
Andrew Crawford, Jim Binnie
Contact Email
andrew.crawford2@nhs.scot, jim.binnie@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1698794410

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIG HEALTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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