--- title: "NHS Hull CCG Cardiology Services Prior Information Notice" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-50ada23a-ec28-4d58-98d1-1f143940a4b0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-50ada23a-ec28-4d58-98d1-1f143940a4b0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-50ada23a-ec28-4d58-98d1-1f143940a4b0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-50ada23a-ec28-4d58-98d1-1f143940a4b0.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "EMBED HEALTH CONSORTIUM" published: "2017-10-19" --- # NHS Hull CCG Cardiology Services Prior Information Notice Buyer: EMBED HEALTH CONSORTIUM Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-50ada23a-ec28-4d58-98d1-1f143940a4b0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-50ada23a-ec28-4d58-98d1-1f143940a4b0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-50ada23a-ec28-4d58-98d1-1f143940a4b0.json) ## Summary The NHS Hull Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is currently in the planning stage for the procurement of Out of Hospital Cardiology Services, as indicated in the Prior Information Notice published on 19th October 2017. This procurement process aims to identify a lead provider for these services within the City of Kingston Upon Hull and is classified under the cardiology services category (CPV Code: 85121231). Interested suppliers should respond to the market engagement notice by the engagement end date on 23rd February 2018. This initiative comprises a two-year contract with an option to extend for an additional two years, and the services will be delivered from one or more bases to facilitate quick and convenient access for patients. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in healthcare services, particularly those focused on cardiology and outpatient care. Companies that provide diagnostic testing, treatment modalities, and consultation services are well-suited to compete for this contract. With an emphasis on reducing patient journey times and enhancing service efficiency, organisations that can deliver quality alternatives to inpatient care, as well as those capable of offering rapid assessment and management plans, will benefit greatly from engaging in this procurement process. ## Notice The authority are seeking a lead provider to provide Out of Hospital Cardiology Services to patients in the City of Kingston Upon Hull. The authority is planning to undertake an open procurement process to award a contract for 2 year contract, with the option to extend up to two years. Aims and objectives of service To provide a 'one stop' (same day) out of hospital cardiology service as part of a positive seamless pathway, providing diagnostic testing and where applicable; consultant support, treatment, advice and guidance, in a single visit. This will be delivered at one or more bases, providing diagnostic services, cardiology follow up and psychological support as part of a positive seamless pathway. Aims * Quality out of hospital clinics to assess, diagnose and manage service users in need of non-invasive Cardiological assessment and treatment * Appropriate out of hospital based alternatives to in hospital care * Provision of a local service with reduced wait times * Fast equitable access for service users in an environment convenient for them * Quick opinions and treatment plans for referring clinicians; aiming to diagnose and refer back to the GP with detailed management plans following up only as appropriate, within 24 hours * Improve health outcomes through earlier diagnosis and treatment of common cardiology conditions * Specialist assessment, intervention and management planning Objectives to: * Reduce the total patient journey time to ensure that referral to treatment is undertaken within 18 weeks * Reduce the number of referrals, so far as clinically appropriate, to in hospital care, maximising capacity for those that require secondary care treatment Additional information: The Authority would like to gain an understanding of the provider market for this service. If you are interested in this potential opportunity please confirm your interest by responding to this Notice on www.nhssourcing.co.uk by accessing pqq_29397 and registering an interest by 13.00 hours on the 3 November 2017. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f15548e-37bb-4b53-a292-aaecd0d83ea5 | | 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 | 19 Oct 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 | EMBED HEALTH CONSORTIUM | | Locality | HULL | | Post town | Hull | | Postcode | HU1 1UY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire | | ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of | | Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of | | Electoral ward | St Andrew's & Docklands | | Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85121231 - Cardiology services ## Release History - 19 Oct 2017 at 07:35 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f15548e-37bb-4b53-a292-aaecd0d83ea5 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f15548e-37bb-4b53-a292-aaecd0d83ea5 19th October 2017 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - http://www.nhssourcing.co.uk e-sourcing site - https://embedhealth.co.uk Buyer Profile ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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