--- title: "Market Development for a Pan-Dorset Dermatology Service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-02ca6ed8-8aa0-4c40-86d3-cee26b129a2a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-02ca6ed8-8aa0-4c40-86d3-cee26b129a2a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-02ca6ed8-8aa0-4c40-86d3-cee26b129a2a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-02ca6ed8-8aa0-4c40-86d3-cee26b129a2a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NHS DORSET CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP" published: "2017-01-17" --- # Market Development for a Pan-Dorset Dermatology Service Buyer: NHS DORSET CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-02ca6ed8-8aa0-4c40-86d3-cee26b129a2a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-02ca6ed8-8aa0-4c40-86d3-cee26b129a2a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-02ca6ed8-8aa0-4c40-86d3-cee26b129a2a.json) ## Summary The NHS Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group is initiating a tender titled "Market Development for a Pan-Dorset Dermatology Service" as part of the planning stage of procurement. This project aims to enhance dermatology services across Dorset by developing an integrated service model that simplifies patient access and enhances confidence in care. Key activities will include an engagement event on 8th February 2017 at Kinson Community Centre, Bournemouth, where interested providers can learn about the project and contribute ideas. Interested parties must register by 3rd February 2017 and the engagement will inform future procurement strategies. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those with expertise in dermatology, clinical services, and technology integration such as Tele-Dermatology. Companies that can provide innovative solutions to streamline patient care pathways and work collaboratively in a hub-based clinical model will be well-positioned to compete for future contracts arising from this initiative. Participating in the engagement event may offer insights into service requirements and position organisations favourably for upcoming opportunities. ## Notice NHS Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group is inviting qualified providers to express an interest to participate in supporting the design of it's service model for an integrated dermatology service. NHS Dorset currently commission dermatology services from the Acute, Community, GPWSI and from the Private Sectors . The core vision for the project is a service that builds upon the best practice and helps simplifying access for patients and increasing the confidence that the public have in their services, by ensuring they are seen at the right level for their condition and that they can be diagnosed treated at the appropriate level of care, with onward referrals to higher levels of care being both appropriate and timely. The CCG is working towards a pan Dorset Dermatology Service. It will offer advice and guidance to health professionals in the community so that no decision needs to be taken in isolation. The use of new technology such as Tele-Dermatology is within scope of developing this model. The CCG is currently out to consultation for a full Clinical Services Review for the population of Dorset and is working towards Integrated Community Services. Central to this will be the development of a 'Clinical Hubs' offering patients who require it access to a wide range of clinicians, both experienced generalists and specialists. The event will be held on Wednesday 8th February 2017 at Kinson Community Centre, Millhams Park , Bournemouth BH10 7LH, commencing with refreshments from 1:00pm and finishing by 4:00pm. The event will commence with a presentation followed by an opportunity for providers to ask questions and to work in groups on elements of the model and what the CCG can do to make the implementation of the model work for patients, providers and the CCG. If you are interested in attending this event or are unable to attend but would like information sent to you please express your interest by completing the attached form and emailing it to procurement.bp@dorsetccg.nhs.uk putting Dermatology in the subject field by no later than Friday 3rd February 2017. Participants should note that the CCG reserves the right to use any information shared within this market engagement event to develop a mature service specification for future procurement purposes. Any costs incurred by participating in this exercise must be borne by the participating organisations. Following this exercise the CCG shall determine how it will approach the market to secure the services. Please note that any future procurement will be subject to a separate advertisement and participation in this market engagement event will not automatically entitle any organisation's involvement in this procurement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6451ba7c-f917-4548-8e48-23b2af7089dd | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Jan 2017 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 23 Feb 2018 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS DORSET CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP | | Locality | DORCHESTER | | Post town | Dorchester | | Postcode | DT1 1TG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset | | ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset | | Local authority | Dorset | | Electoral ward | Dorchester West | | Westminster constituency | West Dorset | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85121282 - Dermatology services ## Release History - 17 Jan 2017 at 10:42 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6451ba7c-f917-4548-8e48-23b2af7089dd ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6451ba7c-f917-4548-8e48-23b2af7089dd 17th January 2017 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4d92dcf4-f282-4088-a0ef-2325612f873e Event Application form ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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