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title: "Direct Access Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Service (Lot 1)"
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# Direct Access Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Service (Lot 1)

Buyer: NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD (NHS SBS)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5c6a2648-0bef-4cf7-ae3c-ec11d65fc843

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## Summary

NHS Shared Business Services Ltd, on behalf of multiple Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) across Greater Manchester, has successfully concluded the procurement process for the Direct Access Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Service (Lot 1). This process was initiated through an open procedure and culminated in the award of three contracts valued at an estimated £30 million, effective from 1st October 2021 until 30th September 2024, with an extension option until 30th September 2026. The procurement was completed on 30th June 2021, gearing up to enhance early diagnostics and efficient healthcare delivery in the region.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth within the healthcare services sector, particularly for businesses specialising in ultrasound services, medical diagnostics, and related healthcare solutions. Companies that meet the required standards for quality and compliance are encouraged to consider this space, as the contracts aim to serve diverse localities and emphasise the necessity of skilled staff and appropriate technology. Providers equipped to integrate with NHS systems and demonstrate strong clinical governance will find themselves well-positioned to compete effectively for future opportunities in this field.

## Notice

Following a bespoke, single-stage competitive process akin to the Open Procedure, conducted in accordance with Schedule 3 of the PCR 2015, NHS Salford CCG, NHS Manchester CCG, NHS Stockport CCG, NHS Bury CCG, NHS Oldham CCG, NHS Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale CCG and NHS Tameside & Glossop CCG (as the Contracting Authorities) have concluded Direct Access Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Service (Lot 1) contracts with a total of three Providers, with two Providers delivering a NOUS service in each locality across Greater Manchester (sub lots a-h). The three contracts commenced on 1st October 2021 for a period of three years, until 30th September 2024, with the option to extend for a further two years until 30th September 2026. There are no activity or income guarantees under the three contracts, however, combined they total an estimated PS30m (including any potential extensions) . This Direct Access Non-Obstetric Ultrasound (NOUS) Service will aid early diagnostics and avoid the need for unnecessary referral to secondary care. It will ensure a local service with staff qualified to appropriate levels of skill and experience, using equipment which complies with the most up-to-date guidance set by the Royal College of Radiologists, connection to NHS image transfer solutions, the ability to integrate with the e-Referral Service, robust performance management systems and stringent levels of clinical governance. Lot 2 contract(s) are yet to be concluded.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/def8bc9d-dd34-4ba0-9aca-e631af167642 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2021 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000,000 |
| 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 | NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD (NHS SBS) |
| Locality | GREATER MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M50 2UW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Quays |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | BEACON MEDICAL SERVICES GROUP; PHYSIOLOGICAL MEASUREMENTS; YORKSHIRE HEALTH SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85100000 - Health services
- 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services
- 85323000 - Community health services

## Release History

- 2 Feb 2022 at 17:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/def8bc9d-dd34-4ba0-9aca-e631af167642

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/def8bc9d-dd34-4ba0-9aca-e631af167642
  2nd February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=35875&B=NHSSBS
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/39
  User / Company

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