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title: "GP Direct Access Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Service in Hertfordshire"
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# GP Direct Access Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Service in Hertfordshire

Buyer: NEL COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3216d2f7-4ddf-441d-b0a0-edae852045c8

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## Summary

The NEL Commissioning Support Unit is seeking providers for the 'GP Direct Access Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Service in Hertfordshire', a public procurement opportunity in the health services sector. This active tender is currently in the planning stage and follows an open procurement method, allowing interested suppliers to submit bids until the deadline of 25th October 2018. The service aims to provide quality early diagnostics for patients registered with a GP in Herts Valleys, structured into two lots according to different geographic areas.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those with experience in non-obstetric ultrasound services. Companies that can demonstrate compliance with NHS guidelines, deliver high-quality diagnostic services, and integrate with existing NHS systems would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement process could facilitate business growth within the health sector, given the increasing demand for accessible and efficient healthcare solutions.

## Notice

NHS Herts Valleys Clinical Commissioning Group (HVCCG) are seeking suitable providers able to deliver a GP Direct Access Ultrasound Service for their patient population registered with a GP in Herts Valleys. HVCCG will be looking to procure a local, direct access non-obstetric ultrasound service with staff qualified to appropriate levels of skill and experience, using ultrasound equipment which complies with the guidance set by the Royal College of Radiologists, connection to NHS image transfer solutions, the ability to integrate with the Electronic Referrals system (e-RS), robust performance management systems and stringent levels of clinical governance. The aim of the service will be to provide early diagnostics and diagnosis to avoid the need for unnecessary referral to secondary care and enable management in primary care. The service will be available to all Service Users over the age of 18 registered with a Herts Valleys GP. The CCG is structuring the service provision into two 'lots', identified as below: * Lot 1 - Hertsmere and Watford & Three Rivers localities * Lot 2 - Dacorum and St Albans & Harpenden localities If your organisation is interested in this opportunity, bids can be submitted via the ProContract eSystem. https://procontract.due-north.com/Home/About

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4772984b-585d-468d-aa07-728b31813081 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| 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 | NEL COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN3 6BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Boothville and Parklands |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 24 Sep 2018 at 15:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4772984b-585d-468d-aa07-728b31813081

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4772984b-585d-468d-aa07-728b31813081
  24th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.elc.nhs.uk/
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Home/About

## Provenance

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