--- title: "22_11_04 NHS Pensions Medical Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5a58946b-4220-4e81-be6a-561b8f39dba3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5a58946b-4220-4e81-be6a-561b8f39dba3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5a58946b-4220-4e81-be6a-561b8f39dba3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5a58946b-4220-4e81-be6a-561b8f39dba3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY" published: "2023-10-10" --- # 22_11_04 NHS Pensions Medical Services Buyer: NHS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5a58946b-4220-4e81-be6a-561b8f39dba3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5a58946b-4220-4e81-be6a-561b8f39dba3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5a58946b-4220-4e81-be6a-561b8f39dba3.json) ## Summary The NHS Business Services Authority has initiated a tender process for the provision of NHS Pensions Medical Services. This contract involves certifying applications from pension members for ill health retirement using an independent medical advisor. The contract duration is initially set for 4 years with a possible extension of up to 3 years, excluding the anticipated implementation period starting in February 2024. The tender deadline for submissions is November 15, 2023. This procurement falls under the 'Pension services' and 'Medical practice and related services' industry categories. This opportunity presents potential business growth prospects for companies specializing in medical services, health services, and medical specialist services. Businesses in the healthcare sector particularly focused on pension services may find this tender suitable for competitive bidding. The procurement method for this opportunity is an open procedure above the threshold, with the contract period scheduled from July 23, 2024, to July 22, 2031, providing a long-term partnership opportunity for successful bidders. ## Notice The NHSBSA is seeking to procure a contract for NHS Pensions Medical Services on behalf of NHS Pensions which will require a supplier to medically certify applications from pension members for ill health retirement with an independent medical advisor. The NHS Pension Scheme provides two levels of Ill Health Retirement benefits, which are dependent on the severity of the condition of a member. The initial contract period will be 4 years with the option to extend for a further 3 years. This does not include the implementation period which is anticipated to commence in February 2024. Interested parties must register an interest and access the procurement documents via https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome (search opportunities using system reference C213520). Follow the instructions to register an interest and once registered, Suppliers will be able to view and access the full Tender documentation. Please note that all dates and figures in this notice are approximate and subject to change. Any resulting contract will be considered as a contract made in England according to English Law and will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts; Grouping of bidders may be required to form a separate limited liability company or other legal form and/or one that takes full responsibility and/or liability and/or confirm that each takes joint and several liability. The Contracting Authority conducted pre-tender market engagement following the publication of a Prior Information Notice (PIN) : 2023/S 000-010807. The report outlining the findings of this exercise can be found at https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome (search opportunities using system reference C213520 - Supplier Documents/PTME Report. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3ae4657-1192-4c7d-a6dc-679b81d67182 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Oct 2023 | | Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 22 Jul 2024 - 22 Jul 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £7,649,708 | | 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 | NHS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY | | Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE15 8NY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Electoral ward | Lemington | | Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 66 - Financial and insurance services - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 66520000 - Pension services - 85100000 - Health services - 85120000 - Medical practice and related services - 85121200 - Medical specialist services - 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services ## Release History - 10 Oct 2023 at 17:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3ae4657-1192-4c7d-a6dc-679b81d67182 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3ae4657-1192-4c7d-a6dc-679b81d67182 10th October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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