--- title: "Blackburn with Darwen CCG Community Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Scanning Service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-71b09235-1de8-4c29-bca9-3f54c98aba0f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-71b09235-1de8-4c29-bca9-3f54c98aba0f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-71b09235-1de8-4c29-bca9-3f54c98aba0f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-71b09235-1de8-4c29-bca9-3f54c98aba0f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "STAFFORDSHIRE AND LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT" published: "2017-02-16" --- # Blackburn with Darwen CCG Community Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Scanning Service Buyer: STAFFORDSHIRE AND LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-71b09235-1de8-4c29-bca9-3f54c98aba0f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-71b09235-1de8-4c29-bca9-3f54c98aba0f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-71b09235-1de8-4c29-bca9-3f54c98aba0f.json) ## Summary The Staffordshire and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit is currently managing a public tender for the "Blackburn with Darwen CCG Community Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Scanning Service." This initiative falls under the health services category and is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The tender process began on 25th January 2017, with a closing date set for 24th February 2017. The total budget for this service amounts to £2.3 million, and the contract period is anticipated to commence on 1st June 2017, lasting until 31st May 2020. The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure, allowing for broader participation in the bidding process. This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) focused on healthcare services. Companies with expertise in delivering community-based diagnostic imaging, particularly those that can meet the requirements for high-quality, person-centred care while ensuring seamless integration with existing IT systems, would be well-positioned to compete. Furthermore, bidders that are capable of managing a prime provider model, or those interested in subcontracting, can leverage this opportunity to enhance their service offerings within the growing health sector. ## Notice NHS Blackburn with Darwen CCG would like to tender for a Community based non-obstetric ultrasound service. The aim of the service is to provide a high quality person-centred non-obstetric ultrasound service for GP registered patients within Blackburn with Darwen at a locality level. To ensure a more seamless provision, to reduce duplication of scanning, consistency of IT and image sharing systems and to integrate a single service offer which is accessible to GP Practices in each locality. The Commissioner envisages a Prime Provider model but if bidders want to subcontract. This is acceptable provided the IM&T systems are able to communicate/share all patient information. Additional information: The overarching aims of the service are: * To ensure Patients receive the right test at the right time and in the most clinically appropriate local setting; * To ensure diagnostic testing is integrated across pathways of care, and there is a seamless process by which images follows the Patient and that there is no unnecessary duplication of investigation or delays in on-going management of the patient; * To ensure diagnostic tests are appropriate, necessary, clinically correct, of high quality, with timely access and reporting; and * To develop local service provision as part of a diagnostic commissioning plan which aims to improve access and choice for Patients. * To maintain independence for Patients * Provide a good experience of care for Patients and their carers which will enhance individual outcomes * Meet the challenges of the rising need for health services within dwindling resources ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5f97612-cec0-49c9-a067-953d95cb6ed1 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Feb 2017 | | Submission deadline | 24 Feb 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2017 - 31 May 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,300,000 | | 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 | STAFFORDSHIRE AND LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT | | Locality | LEYLAND | | Post town | Preston | | Postcode | PR26 6TR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire | | Local authority | South Ribble | | Electoral ward | Farington West | | Westminster constituency | South Ribble | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85100000 - Health services ## Release History - 16 Feb 2017 at 09:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5f97612-cec0-49c9-a067-953d95cb6ed1 - 25 Jan 2017 at 15:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5f97612-cec0-49c9-a067-953d95cb6ed1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5f97612-cec0-49c9-a067-953d95cb6ed1 16th February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/75df41e0-d087-4184-a53f-3490f60fa7a7 OJEU Advert - https://mlcsu.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml MLCSU eProcurement system ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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