--- title: "ESCC SS Tender for the provision of Integrated Sexual Health and HIV Treatment and Care" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9e4915df-ff80-4e85-8fad-1f92b12a522f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9e4915df-ff80-4e85-8fad-1f92b12a522f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9e4915df-ff80-4e85-8fad-1f92b12a522f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9e4915df-ff80-4e85-8fad-1f92b12a522f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2021-10-18" --- # ESCC SS Tender for the provision of Integrated Sexual Health and HIV Treatment and Care Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9e4915df-ff80-4e85-8fad-1f92b12a522f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9e4915df-ff80-4e85-8fad-1f92b12a522f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9e4915df-ff80-4e85-8fad-1f92b12a522f.json) ## Summary The East Sussex County Council is currently seeking bids for the tender titled "ESCC SS Tender for the provision of Integrated Sexual Health and HIV Treatment and Care." This procurement falls under the health and social work services category, specifically focusing on specialised sexual health services, HIV treatment, and care within East Sussex, United Kingdom. The tender process is at the planning stage, with an end date for submissions set for 10th December 2021. The successful providers will commence services on 1st October 2022, and contracts will be awarded based on an open procurement method, strengthening access to high-quality healthcare for the local population. This tender represents a significant opportunity for healthcare providers, particularly those specialising in sexual health and HIV-related services. Companies that offer capabilities in Genito Urinary Medicine, specialist contraception, psychosexual therapy, or related community health services are well-positioned to compete. Additionally, organisations able to demonstrate experience in prison healthcare services or integrated care models may find themselves at an advantage. With a total contract value of approximately £13.9 million, this procurement offers a pathway for businesses to engage with a vital public health initiative while contributing positively to community health outcomes. ## Notice This advert is to notify potential Providers that East Sussex County Council Public Health are working in collaboration with NHS England (NHSE) for an integrated specialist sexual health services, HIV treatment and care services and prison in reach sexual health services. The bundled contracts consist of; 1. Specialist sexual health consisting of the following elements o Level three Genito Urinary Medicine (GUM) o Specialist Contraception o Assertive Outreach service o Psychosexual therapy o Whole system leadership, support and training o Managing out of area GUM and contraception charging 2. HIV treatment and care 3. Prison level three GUM in- reach The above outlines a revised model for the delivery of the Sexual Health Services. Full details of the requirements are provided within the service specifications in the tender documents. The service will provide open access, cost-effective, high quality, evidence-based provision to meet the needs of local populations. Level three sexual health services will be delivered in partnership with a separately commissioned online STI testing provider following an agreed protocol. There are two clinics in Eastbourne and Hastings. HIV Adult outpatient services and Paediatric shared care will be provided through the two clinics based in Eastbourne and Hastings. Integrated level three Genito Urinary Medicine and HIV treatment and care services to the secure estate in East Sussex will be provided in Lewes prison. The Commissioners will award separate contracts to the successful Provider for the provision of their respective service areas and payments will be made separately to the Provider by the NHS England and East Sussex County Council. The tender will be an open process and Bidders should note the key dates contained within the documents, including the dates for scene setting and site visits. Service Commencement date - 1st October 2022 The procurement process will be conducted using the South East Shares Services e-sourcing portal at http://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing Organisations wishing to take part in the tender process must register on the portal to view the opportunity in full. All correspondence and document submission will take place using the portal. Potential providers must be aware that TUPE may apply to this service. Further details will be available in the invitation to tender. Additional information: This tender is to be completed electronically using the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal. https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities The SE Shared Services eSourcing portal provides a web-based tool that provides a simple, secure and efficient means for managing tendering and quotation activities reducing the time and effort required for both buyers and Potential Bidders. The portal allows for tender clarifications and submitting your bid electronically. In order to bid for this opportunity you will need to register your company on the SE Shared Services portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bb55504-372d-4523-b50a-4e3e1bb5f0cd | | 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 | 18 Oct 2021 | | Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Oct 2022 - 30 Sep 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £13,914,455 | | 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 | EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | EAST SUSSEX | | Post town | Brighton | | Postcode | BN7 1UE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC | | Local authority | Lewes | | Electoral ward | Lewes Priory | | Westminster constituency | Lewes | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services - 85111000 - Hospital services - 85111100 - Surgical hospital services - 85111200 - Medical hospital services - 85111300 - Gynaecological hospital services - 85112200 - Outpatient care services - 85121292 - Urologist services - 85141000 - Services provided by medical personnel - 85141200 - Services provided by nurses - 85141220 - Advisory services provided by nurses - 85323000 - Community health services ## Release History - 18 Oct 2021 at 14:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bb55504-372d-4523-b50a-4e3e1bb5f0cd ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bb55504-372d-4523-b50a-4e3e1bb5f0cd 18th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - http://www.eastsussex.gov.uk Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing - https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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