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Framework Agreement for the Provision of Occupational Health Services to the named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands

University of the Highlands and Islands

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

28 Mar 2024 at 00:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

30 Oct 2023 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of the Highlands and Islands has recently awarded a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Occupational Health Services. The procurement process included the creation of separate lots for Staff and Students. The agreement aims to provide Occupational Health Services to various academic partners within the University, with defined service areas and responsibilities. The framework has been successfully procured, with NHS Highland being awarded the contracts for both Staff and Students Lots. The procurement method used was an Open Procedure, and the buying organisation is based in Inverness, UK.

This tender for Occupational Health Services under the Framework Agreement presents opportunities for qualified Contractors in the Health sector. Businesses providing services such as Health Surveillance, Physiotherapy, and Pre-Employment Assessment could benefit from the range of services required. The University of the Highlands and Islands is seeking suitably qualified and competent suppliers to deliver tailored services meeting the needs of their academic partners. With clear specifications outlined for Staff and Students Lots, Contractors with expertise in Occupational Health and experience in academic environments are well-suited to compete for this tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Occupational Health Services to the named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands

Notice Description

The named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands wish to form a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Occupational Health Services. The Framework Agreement is split into two (2) Lots: Lot 1 - Staff Lot 2 - Students The Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands with access to Lot 1 are: -UHI Executive Office - UHI Inverness - UHI Moray - UHI North, West and Hebrides - UHI Perth - Highland Theological College - Sabhal Mor Ostaig - Scottish Association for Marine Science The Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands with access to Lot 2 are: - UHI Executive Office - UHI Inverness - UHI Moray

Lot Information

Students

The named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands wish to form a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Occupational Health Services to Students. For the purpose of clarification, the below partners have access to this Framework Agreement. It should be noted that partners have the option to purchase requirements outside of this Framework Agreement and are under no obligation to use the Framework. - UHI Executive Office - UHI Inverness - UHI Moray The purpose of this procurement exercise, for Lot 2, is to appoint a suitably qualified and competent Contractors for the provision of Occupational Health related services for Students. Service provision must be quality-focused and tailored to meet the needs of the named Academic Partners, whilst remaining legally compliant and in accordance with medical best practice. The following course offerings are included in the scope of this Lot: - UHI Executive Office - Nursing and Midwifery - UHI Executive Office - Optometry - UHI Inverness - Dental - UHI Moray - Care and Administration Please note that throughout the lifetime of the Framework Agreement, additional courses may be added. The Contractor shall be able to provide occupational health services in the following areas: - Initial course clearance - Management referral - Health interview - Immunisation services - Health Surveillance - Skin Surveillance - Needlestick injuries - Pre course paper screening - Blood testing Please note that a full list of immunisations is provided, and the Contractor does not require to possess the capability to cover all immunisations in order to submit a tender.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence for a period of two (2) years. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

Staff

The named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands wish to form a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Occupational Health Services to Staff. For the purpose of clarification, the below partners have access to this Framework Agreement. It should be noted that partners have the option to purchase requirements outside of this Framework Agreement and are under no obligation to use the Framework. - UHI Executive Office - UHI Inverness - UHI Moray - UHI North, West and Hebrides - UHI Perth - Highland Theological College - Sabhal Mor Ostaig - Scottish Association for Marine Science The purpose of this procurement exercise, for Lot 1, is to appoint a suitably qualified and competent Contractors for the provision of Occupational Health related services for Staff. Service provision must be quality-focused and tailored to meet the needs of the named Academic Partners, whilst remaining legally compliant and in accordance with medical best practice. The Contractor will provide staff at the named Academic Partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands with Occupational Health services based on assessed need at any point during the Framework Agreement term. Referrals to the service will be made via the Named Academic Partner's Authorised Representative or as a self-referral by the staff member. It is expected that staff will be examined within ten (10) working days of referral. Appointment times will be provided within the office hours of 09:00 and 17:00, Monday - Friday. Service provision will be delivered 52 weeks in a year, excluding public holidays. The Contractor shall be able to provide occupational health services in the following areas: - Management Referral - Health Surveillance Services - Immunisations Services - Physiotherapy - Chiropractic - Osteopathy - Pre-Employment Assessment and Fitness for Employment - Assessments relating to reasonable adjustments - Telephone Advisory Service Please note that with regard to the above points, the Contractor must be able to cover a minimum of 5 points (in-house) to bid for a position on the Framework. The Contractor should also be capable of the below: - Provide professional support/advice/guidance with regard to the Preparation of Occupational Health policies, standards and procedures in liaison with clinical governance - Workplace visits - Liaise with personnel of named Academic Partners and be present at meetings and events if requested - Specialist support services (including blood borne viruses, drug/alcohol referrals and support, and as required, testing as part of ongoing programme) - Deliver annual health promotion campaigns - Ongoing promotion of service availability to staff Please note that the named Academic Partner may, at its own discretion, request the Contractor to provide additional, related services if required during the lifetime of the Framework Agreement.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence for a period of two (2) years. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000746683
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR502091
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£322,062 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Mar 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
October 2025 OR October 2026 OR October 2027

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of the Highlands and Islands
Additional Buyers

NHS Highland

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV3 5SQ
Postcode Area
Inverness
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands
Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NHS Highland

Further Information

Notice Documents

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