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title: "Wheelchair Service in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough"
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# Wheelchair Service in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

Buyer: NEL COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-590aab45-783c-420d-836a-f2f68119cd07

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## Summary

NEL Commissioning Support Unit is inviting qualified providers to submit bids for the Wheelchair Service in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The integrated wheelchair service, aimed at individuals of all ages with long-term mobility needs, has a total contract value of £9,024,000 inclusive of VAT. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the deadline for bid submissions is set for 12:00 noon on 15th October 2018. The service will be delivered in the East of England region, with a contract period that spans from 1st April 2019 to 31st March 2022, focusing on a comprehensive range of services including assessment, delivery, repairs, and maintenance.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in healthcare services, particularly those with expertise in mobility aids and rehabilitation engineering. Companies capable of managing a comprehensive wheelchair service, including supply, delivery, and ongoing support, will be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender will not only leverage service capabilities but also expand market reach within the NHS framework, thus fostering potential growth in the public healthcare sector.

## Notice

NEL on behalf of NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough CCG is inviting suitably qualified and experienced providers to deliver a Wheelchairs service to the population serviced by the CCG. The Authority is seeking to procure an integrated wheelchair service for people of all ages who have a long-term need for mobility assistance in the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough CCG area (Annex N - CCG map). The priority for this service is to ensure those with complex, long-term conditions, are able to access the right wheelchair, quickly and with appropriate information and support. The full service will cover: * Assessment & prescribing * Supply and provision of powered and non-powered chairs * Delivery and Collection * Repairs and General Maintenance * Re-Use/Recycling, Cleaning and Decontamination and Planned Preventative Maintenance * Rehabilitation Engineering Services * Specialist Seating (risers) including cushions and accessories. A lead provider will be fully accountable for the delivery of the whole service. The contract value for the term is PS9,024,000 inclusive of VAT. The deadline for receipt of bid submissions is 12.00 noon on 15th October 2018.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d186a280-e639-4315-9370-716f2593bd5c |
| 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 | 13 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 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 | £9,024,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 13 Sep 2018 at 15:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d186a280-e639-4315-9370-716f2593bd5c
- 13 Sep 2018 at 15:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8f43dd7-0dd4-41a7-bff8-54c84b01406a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d186a280-e639-4315-9370-716f2593bd5c
  13th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8f43dd7-0dd4-41a7-bff8-54c84b01406a
  13th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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