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title: "NHS Leeds CCGs: Direct Access Endoscopy and Gastroenterology Services AQP"
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# NHS Leeds CCGs: Direct Access Endoscopy and Gastroenterology Services AQP

Buyer: NHS SHEFFIELD CCG  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-24439457-8c3e-4ed2-82f8-15f0a82eb057

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by NHS Sheffield CCG, focuses on contracting Direct Access Endoscopy and Gastroenterology Services under the Any Qualified Provider (AQP) model. This tender, identified as "NHS Leeds CCGs: Direct Access Endoscopy and Gastroenterology Services AQP," falls under the healthcare services category (CPV code 85110000) and is intended for providers within the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the UK. The contract period is set to start on 1st July 2017 and conclude on 30th June 2020, with a three-month mobilisation period required post-award. The tender application phase ended on 18th April 2017, and providers may apply for Lot 1 for endoscopy services or both Lot 1 and Lot 2 for gastroenterology and colonoscopy services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in healthcare services, including small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs). Suppliers who can demonstrate appropriate qualifications, experience in delivering similar services, and the ability to integrate with existing health information systems will likely excel in this competitive environment. Interested providers should ensure their facilities meet the necessary clinical governance standards and are equipped to mobilise within the specified timeframe.

## Notice

NHS Leeds West CCG, NHS Leeds North CCG and NHS Leeds South and East CCG wish to contract with providers on an AQP (Any Qualified Provider) basis to provide Direct Access Endoscopy (Gastroscopy and Flexible Sigmoidoscopy) Services (Lot 1) and Gastroenterology and Colonoscopy Services (Lot2) for patients registered with a Leeds GP practice. The services are offered in two lots and providers may apply for either Lot 1, or Lots 1 & 2. The Commissioners require the above services from providers with staff qualified to appropriate levels of skill and experience, the ability to integrate with the E-Referral System, the ability to integrate secondary care image exchange systems, robust performance management systems and stringent levels of clinical governance. The provider must have access to suitably equipped and quality assured premises and be able to mobilise within three months. It is expected that the successful applicant will either be able to or be working towards submission of activity data via Secondary Uses Service (SUS) and to be able to or working towards integration with primary care information systems. The service specification and the electronic application form can be found online at www.nhssourcing.co.uk . Applications will be accepted from current providers and new applicants wishing to provide the services for Leeds patients. The successful providers will be required to sign the NHS Standard Contract for the service, accepting all terms and conditions. The services will be commissioned using the Any Qualified Provider process under which assurance of competence, quality and safety standards is required. Providers will be eligible to join the qualified provider list subject to demonstrating competency against specified criteria. Activity will be paid at National Tariff rates and it is expected that this will include the price of any pre-procedure preparations. A CQUIN scheme will be available. It should be noted that under the AQP model, there will be no guarantees of volume payments in the contract award. The commissioners will require mobilisation of services within three months after contract award Additional information: The contract duration is for 3(+1+1) years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ad179f9-4816-4311-80fa-51b8a6a5bf96 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Apr 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 May 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2017 - 30 Jun 2020 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS SHEFFIELD CCG |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS16 6EB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Weetwood |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | CLINICARE HEALTH SUPPORT SERVICES; HARROGATE & DISTRICT NHS FT; LIVING CARE (FOUNTAIN DIAGNOSTICS; THE GRANGE, GREENVIEW & KINSLEY MEDICAL CENTRES; WESTCLIFFE HEALTH INNOVATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85110000 - Hospital and related services
- 85120000 - Medical practice and related services
- 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

## Release History

- 6 Jun 2017 at 14:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ad179f9-4816-4311-80fa-51b8a6a5bf96

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ad179f9-4816-4311-80fa-51b8a6a5bf96
  6th June 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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