--- title: "THE PROVISION OF A TIER 2 COMMUNITY OPHTHALMOLOGY SERVICE - NHS Blackpool CCG and NHS Fylde & Wyre Clinical Commissioning Group" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-102cd7cf-f830-4b07-a07f-2da9a83d92a9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-102cd7cf-f830-4b07-a07f-2da9a83d92a9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-102cd7cf-f830-4b07-a07f-2da9a83d92a9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-102cd7cf-f830-4b07-a07f-2da9a83d92a9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD (NHS SBS)" published: "2018-05-15" --- # THE PROVISION OF A TIER 2 COMMUNITY OPHTHALMOLOGY SERVICE - NHS Blackpool CCG and NHS Fylde & Wyre Clinical Commissioning Group Buyer: NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD (NHS SBS) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-102cd7cf-f830-4b07-a07f-2da9a83d92a9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-102cd7cf-f830-4b07-a07f-2da9a83d92a9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-102cd7cf-f830-4b07-a07f-2da9a83d92a9.json) ## Summary The NHS Blackpool Clinical Commissioning Group and NHS Fylde & Wyre Clinical Commissioning Group are conducting a tender for the provision of a Tier 2 Community Ophthalmology Service, aimed at enhancing patient care through locally delivered eye health services. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with a deadline for submissions set for midday on Wednesday, 13th June 2018. The contract is anticipated to run from 1st October 2018 to 30th September 2021, with a possible extension of up to 2 years, and has a total maximum value of £2,339,946. This procurement falls under the health services category, specifically addressing ophthalmologist services in the North West region of England. This opportunity presents significant potential for business growth in the healthcare sector, particularly for SMEs with experience in delivering community-based health services. Companies specialising in ophthalmology or those that provide health services in local community settings would be well-positioned to compete effectively. By participating in this tender, businesses can not only establish long-term partnerships with the NHS but also contribute to the timely and quality delivery of eye care services, ultimately enhancing community health outcomes. ## Notice NHS Blackpool Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) and NHS Fylde & Wyre CCG (NHS Fylde and Wyre CCG acting as Lead Commissioners and Blackpool CCG as Associate Commissioner) wish to invite suitably qualified and experienced providers to submit tenders for a new Tier 2 Community Ophthalmology Service which will achieve the following outcomes: * Appropriately clinically triage referrals made to Ophthalmology Services and ensure that the service user is referred onto the appropriate service. *Deliver community-based Ophthalmology Services for a defined range of eye problems. *To provide targeted assessment and follow ups and co-management of specific chronic eye conditions within the community against an agreed set of protocols. *To demonstrate improved service user experience, quality of life and improved access for service users. *To deliver high quality eye care to service users registered with Blackpool and Fylde and Wyre GPs. *Ensure that referring GP's are given prompt and full information about their patient's diagnosis or treatment in line with national standards. *To achieve a fundamental shift of care from the acute providers into the community so the service users can access effective and high quality services closer to home. *To provide service users with a choice for the management of the specific eye conditions included in the specification. *Ensure that all eligible patients are managed through the service. *Reduce pressure on the hospital eye service by delivering eye care outside the hospital where at all possible and ensuring that those that are referred are appropriate and fully worked up. The contract duration will be for 3 years, which is intended to run from 1st of October 2018 until 30th September 2021 with the possibility of one extension of up to 2 years. The anticipated, maximum total contract value (including any potential extensions) is PS2,339,946 with an annual value estimated at PS467,989. The Services to which this Procurement relates fall within the scope of Schedule 3 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. As such, the procurement of the Services is being run as a bespoke, single-stage application process akin to the Open Procedure. This procurement opportunity is also advertised on the OJEU. Interested Providers are now invited to register their interest and access the procurement documents via the electronic procurement portal EU-Supply available at https://nhssbs.eu-supply.com. REGISTRATION ON THE EU-SUPPLY SITE IS COMPLETELY FREE OF CHARGE. Once you have logged into the EU-Supply Portal, SEARCH FOR TENDER REFERENCE 31601. **The DEADLINE for submissions of bid responses, which must be submitted through the EU-Supply Portal, is midday, Wednesday 13th June 2018**. Attached to this notice is a guide to using EU Supply. For technical support on the EU-Supply Portal, please contact the EU-Supply Helpdesk on 0800 840 2050 or support@eu-supply.com ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31aa1a42-4236-4b77-a8d3-ff3821211359 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 May 2018 | | Submission deadline | 13 Jun 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2023 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD (NHS SBS) | | Locality | PRESTON | | Post town | Preston | | Postcode | PR4 3AL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire | | Local authority | Fylde | | Electoral ward | Medlar-with-Wesham | | Westminster constituency | Fylde | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85100000 - Health services - 85121281 - Ophthalmologist services ## Release History - 15 May 2018 at 21:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31aa1a42-4236-4b77-a8d3-ff3821211359 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31aa1a42-4236-4b77-a8d3-ff3821211359 15th May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b99f62ff-6948-4960-8640-2c574c7d1194 EU Supply User Guide ## Notice URLs - http://www.fyldeandwyreccg.nhs.uk - https://nhssbs.eu-supply.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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