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title: "AQP window for the Provision of an MSK Physiotherapy Service"
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published: "2017-12-05"
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# AQP window for the Provision of an MSK Physiotherapy Service

Buyer: NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8c049585-36f5-4da5-8c95-9f20d91a9b6f

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## Summary

The NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit is planning to open a new 'Any Qualified Provider' (AQP) window for the Provision of an MSK Physiotherapy Service. The title of this tender is "AQP window for the Provision of an MSK Physiotherapy Service". The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with an estimated contract period running from 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019. Interested parties should register their interest by 12:00 noon on Friday, 29 December 2017, and a future notice regarding the tender is expected by 31 December 2017. This falls under the health services industry category, specifically focusing on common musculoskeletal disorders in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in physiotherapy services, particularly those that provide community-based healthcare solutions. Companies that prioritise patient choice, accessibility, and service quality are well-suited to compete for this contract. The emphasis on promoting active lifestyles and self-management aligns with service providers that can demonstrate innovative and patient-centric care. The established network of existing providers also suggests a competitive landscape that may benefit organisations poised to offer improved services closer to patients' homes.

## Notice

Arden & GEM Commissioning Support Unit on behalf of NHS Rushcliffe Clinical Commissioning Group would like to gauge market interest in opening a new AQP (Any Qualified Provider) window for their Provision of an MSK Physiotherapy Service for the remainder of the contract period, to end March 2019. This is an established AQP physiotherapy advice and guidance service for patients registered with a Rushcliffe CCG practice. Currently this community service is provided by 7 local physiotherapy companies. The aim of the service is to provide a high quality physiotherapy assessment, advice and guidance service, which is convenient and accessible for patients and one that demonstrates value for money. It will support patients to manage their conditions and provide clinical information to other clinics when onward management is required. The conditions covered by this service are common musculoskeletal disorders including, but not exclusively, back, neck and joint dysfunction and minor soft tissues injuries. The service objectives are: * To give patients a choice of provider * To provide improved access to services closer to home * To provide community services that have a strong emphasis on patient education and self-management, thereby promoting active, healthy lifestyles and reducing recurrence of injury or illness. Patients are referred via their GP and the service provides: 1. An initial assessment to include diagnosis and exercise prescription, treatment may be administered if appropriate 2. One follow up session to ensure that they are following the advice and guidance. Should interest be shown, the Commissioners may open a new window, which will take place no later than January 2018. Additional information: Please register your interest by emailing Sarah Trupp at sarah.trupp@ardengemcsu.nhs.uk by no later than 12:00 noon on Friday 29th December 2017.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6eed6ee-9e74-4545-a5ad-28d785f43cca |
| Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Dec 2017 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT |
| Locality | MANSFIELD |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG21 0HJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF15 North Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Mansfield |
| Electoral ward | Southwell |
| Westminster constituency | Mansfield |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 5 Dec 2017 at 16:18 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6eed6ee-9e74-4545-a5ad-28d785f43cca

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6eed6ee-9e74-4545-a5ad-28d785f43cca
  5th December 2017 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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