--- title: "GB-Shrewsbury: ROCV 016 - Provision of Occupational Health Physician Service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-293b8ed8-eeff-4146-ba53-f09d3ee74d16" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-293b8ed8-eeff-4146-ba53-f09d3ee74d16" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-293b8ed8-eeff-4146-ba53-f09d3ee74d16.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-293b8ed8-eeff-4146-ba53-f09d3ee74d16.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2019-02-28" --- # GB-Shrewsbury: ROCV 016 - Provision of Occupational Health Physician Service Buyer: SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-293b8ed8-eeff-4146-ba53-f09d3ee74d16 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-293b8ed8-eeff-4146-ba53-f09d3ee74d16) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-293b8ed8-eeff-4146-ba53-f09d3ee74d16.json) ## Summary The Shropshire Council is seeking tenders for the project titled "GB-Shrewsbury: ROCV 016 - Provision of Occupational Health Physician Service," aimed at enhancing the health and safety of employees. This initiative falls within the health services industry and is located in Shrewsbury, West Midlands, UK. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 15th March 2019. The contract is expected to commence on 1st May 2019 and run until 30th April 2020, with a total estimated value of £500,000. This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and veterans' charities to expand their business within the health services sector. Competitors are expected to possess relevant medical qualifications and experience, including expertise in occupational medicine, and compliance with various safety regulations. The willingness to provide up to three days per month at two Shrewsbury locations, coupled with the flexibility of additional days for recruitment medicals, will be crucial for meeting the council's requirements. ## Notice Shropshire Council operates an in-house Occupational Health (OH) Service. The team are line managed by the Occupational Health, Safety and ICT Approvals Manager. We are seeking a replacement to offer support for the Council in managing the health and safety of employees through on-site support for management referrals regarding absences and fitness to work. The work will involve also providing an opinion as the Registered Independent Medical Practitioner for first time cases or an independent review for Appeals or second Opinion if case is not known. The following skills and experience are applicable to the selection for the provision of the service: *Appropriate medical qualifications. *Accredited specialists in occupational medicine and, as an absolute minimum, must hold the Diploma in Occupational Medicine Qualification in the specialism of OH. *Members of the Faculty of Occupational Medicine (MFOM or equivalent) preferred. *Access to advice from an accredited specialist (FFOM or equivalent) for difficult cases would be welcomed. *Current GMC registration. *Professional Medical Indemnity cover (minimum PS2 million cover) *Public Liability Insurance Certificate (minimum PS5 million cover) *Members of the Association of Local Authorities Medical Advisers (ALAMA) to facilitate access to standardised, service-specific medical guidance would be preferred. *Ability to demonstrate Continuing Professional Development (CPD). *Experience with working with Local Authority *Experience with working with Fire Authority *Experience with IQMP/FMAB work *Appointed (HSE) Doctor -Asbestos *Extensive knowledge of relevant Health and Safety Legislation. *Provision of advice and guidance following health assessments, health surveillance and management referrals. *Experience with IHR and Deferred IHR applications *Preferable named contact for the provision of the contract. *Flexibility with days worked and extra days for recruitment medicals, though agreement. *Available for telephone/email advice when required. *Willingness to complete standing orders for specific prescription only medicines (POM's) and vaccines that apply to the OH service. *Periodic clinical supervision for the Senior OHA/OHA *Support for clinical investigation regarding complaints. *LGPS Committee Approval would be required/ Ability to provide up to three days per month at two different Shrewsbury bases. This consists of one day for Shropshire Council and two days for S&WFA. The S&WFA is for an initial 12 months period. This may be subject to change after 12 months but not guaranteed to continue. Stakeholders and interested parties include Shropshire Council's Workforce and Transformation Teams, Shropshire and Wrekin Fire Authority and Local Government Pension Scheme. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5c55336-435c-47e6-bf3b-c45f3162aae0 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Feb 2019 | | Submission deadline | 15 Mar 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2019 - 30 Apr 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | 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 | SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | SHREWSBURY | | Post town | Shrewsbury | | Postcode | SY2 6ND | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire | | ITL 3 | TLG22 Shropshire | | Local authority | Shropshire | | Electoral ward | Abbey | | Westminster constituency | Shrewsbury | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85100000 - Health services ## Release History - 28 Feb 2019 at 16:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5c55336-435c-47e6-bf3b-c45f3162aae0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5c55336-435c-47e6-bf3b-c45f3162aae0 28th February 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Shrewsbury:-ROCV-016---Provision-of-Occupational-Health-Physician-Service/N48MWQY4B8 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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