--- title: "Request for Information for Domiciliary Care Services in Essex" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2fef6275-5ff8-4145-935f-41e908b2793e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2fef6275-5ff8-4145-935f-41e908b2793e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2fef6275-5ff8-4145-935f-41e908b2793e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2fef6275-5ff8-4145-935f-41e908b2793e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "ATTAIN HEALTH MANAGEMENT SERVICES LTD" published: "2017-04-26" --- # Request for Information for Domiciliary Care Services in Essex Buyer: ATTAIN HEALTH MANAGEMENT SERVICES LTD Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2fef6275-5ff8-4145-935f-41e908b2793e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2fef6275-5ff8-4145-935f-41e908b2793e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2fef6275-5ff8-4145-935f-41e908b2793e.json) ## Summary The procurement process is currently at the planning stage, initiated by Attain Health Management Services Ltd on behalf of NHS Mid Essex Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG). This Request for Information (RFI) titled "Request for Information for Domiciliary Care Services in Essex" seeks to engage providers for Domiciliary Care Services across the Essex region. The RFI deadline for submitting responses is set for 12:00 noon on 10 May 2017, and the engagement end date is 23 February 2018. This initiative aligns with the health and social work services industry, ultimately aimed at enhancing the quality of care for service users in the East of England. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare, domiciliary care, and social services. Companies currently operating in the Domiciliary Care Services market or those considering entering this field are encouraged to participate. By responding to the RFI, businesses can potentially contribute to shaping future service models and procurement strategies, thereby positioning themselves advantageously for upcoming contracts resulting from this initiative. The information gathered will inform the CCG's approach to delivering quality care services and ensure competitive offerings in the sector. ## Notice A programme of work has been initiated by Mid Essex Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) to review Domiciliary Care Services across the Essex footprint. It is possible that in future the programme of work will cover the seven Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs), these Commissioning Authorities are: * North East Essex Clinical Commissioning Group; * Mid Essex Clinical Commissioning Group; * West Essex Clinical Commissioning Group; * Basildon & Brentwood Clinical Commissioning Group; * Thurrock Clinical Commissioning Group; * Southend Clinical Commissioning Group; and * Castle Point & Rochford Clinical Commissioning Group The overall project aims of the Domiciliary Care Services are to: Increase the quality of life for service users; Assure quality of services and patient satisfaction; Evidence best value for publicly funded services; Establish common and robust approaches to contracting; Facilitate equitable choices for service users. It is expected that key strategies will emerge from early programme outcomes during the next few weeks, including procurement activities in the coming months. This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on behalf of NHS Mid Essex Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG). The purpose of this RFI is to gauge market interest for the provision of Domiciliary Care Services in Essex. Providers are invited to participate in this RFI including Providers currently in the Domiciliary Care Services market or considering a move into the market within the geographic area. With this RFI, the CCG requests information from prospective Providers regarding their organisation and services. The information will be gathered and will be used to inform the CCG's service model for a Domiciliary Care services and future procurement plan. To access the RFI documentation and all other information concerning the RFI, please go to the Bravo website at: https://attain.bravosolution.co.uk Click on 'Register here' and follow the on screen instructions. Please note that expressions of interest will not be accepted by any means other than through the Bravo e-tendering system. The closing date for submitting completed RFIs is 12:00 noon on 10 May 2017 Disclaimer: This RFI is intended only to elicit information. Responders to this RFI should note that no concessions, contracts or other arrangements will be awarded pursuant to this RFI. Responding, or not responding, to this RFI will neither increase nor decrease any provider's chances of being awarded a contract from any subsequent Invitation to Tender process. The CCG shall not be responsible for any costs or expenses incurred by respondents to this RFI in preparing and / or submitting such responses. Additional information: To express an interest in this project and access the RFI documentation and all other information concerning the RFI, please go to the Bravo website at: https://attain.bravosolution.co.uk Click on 'Register here' and follow the on screen instructions. Please note that expressions of interest will not be accepted by any means other than through the Bravo e-tendering system. The closing date for submitting completed RFIs is 12:00 noon on 10 May 2017. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecfdf306-8975-4af9-98a2-a184d40f40da | | 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 | 26 Apr 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 | ATTAIN HEALTH MANAGEMENT SERVICES LTD | | Locality | CHELMSFORD | | Post town | Chelmsford | | Postcode | CM2 5PF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex | | ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex | | Local authority | Chelmsford | | Electoral ward | Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park | | Westminster constituency | Chelmsford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 26 Apr 2017 at 14:41 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecfdf306-8975-4af9-98a2-a184d40f40da ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecfdf306-8975-4af9-98a2-a184d40f40da 26th April 2017 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9531e0d7-f429-4ed7-a637-5c948986412b Attain eTendering Portal Guide ## Notice URLs - https://attain.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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