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title: "Interactive pets for patients with dementia in mid and south Essex care homes"
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# Interactive pets for patients with dementia in mid and south Essex care homes

Buyer: ATTAIN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-422516f7-37c6-4e86-9ec9-8878be542d70

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## Summary

The public procurement process is initiated by NHS Castle Point & Rochford Clinical Commissioning Group on behalf of the Mid and South Essex CCGs for the tender titled "Interactive pets for patients with dementia in mid and south Essex care homes." This contract, valued at £61,516.80, pertains to the healthcare industry and involves the provision of interactive robotic pets aimed at enhancing the well-being of elderly dementia patients. The procurement method employed is a direct award through a single tender action, with the award notice published on 30 March 2021. The contract period commenced on 22 March 2021 and is set to conclude on 21 April 2021, covering delivery and installation of the products within the East of England region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially those in healthcare supply and technology sectors, to innovate and contribute to improving patient care. Companies that manufacture or supply medical devices, particularly those focusing on elderly care and interactive technology, will find this contract particularly relevant. The engagement of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) is encouraged, making this an excellent opportunity for new entrants and established firms looking to expand their portfolio within the healthcare market.

## Notice

This is a Contract Award Notice to communicate a sub-threshold contract award made by NHS Castle Point & Rochford Clinical Commissioning Group on behalf of the Mid and South Essex CCGs (NHS Castle Point & Rochford Clinical Commissioning Group, NHS Mid Essex CCG, NHS Basildon & Brentwood CCG, NHS Southend CCG, NHS Thurrock CCG) (the "CCG"), in accordance with the quotation process required under the CCGs local Standing Financial Instructions. The contract award is made to AZL Store UK Ltd for the provision of interactive robotic pets for a pilot initiative across Mid and South Essex CCGs that seeks to have positive outcomes, aiming to bring joy and purpose to many elderly people suffering with dementia. So far, feedback from clinicians and carers has confirmed the interactive pets have helped patients feel a sense of purpose, encouraging a sense of empowerment, companionship and enjoyment. This contract reflects the purchase of goods against an invoice and as such there is no contract term. A period of one month has been reflected in the contract notice to cover the delivery and installation period. The total aggregate contract value is PS61,516.80 (inclusive VAT). The CCG is publishing this Contract Award Notice in the Contracts Finder in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended by The Public Procurement (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020) for spend above PS25,000.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5975e1ef-4bdd-4c6e-b387-489e7c3a8ef2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 22 Mar 2021 - 21 Apr 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £61,636 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £61,636 |
| 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 | ATTAIN |
| Locality | RAYLEIGH |
| Post town | Southend-on-Sea |
| Postcode | SS6 7QF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH37 Essex Thames Gateway |
| Local authority | Rochford |
| Electoral ward | Wheatley |
| Westminster constituency | Rayleigh and Wickford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ALZ STORE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 33190000 - Miscellaneous medical devices and products

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2021 at 21:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5975e1ef-4bdd-4c6e-b387-489e7c3a8ef2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5975e1ef-4bdd-4c6e-b387-489e7c3a8ef2
  30th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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