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title: "Provision of Derbyshire Sexual Assault Referral Service (SARC)"
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# Provision of Derbyshire Sexual Assault Referral Service (SARC)

Buyer: NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c36f2f92-c276-4545-bcd1-6b7ae9a64e72

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## Summary

The NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit is seeking bids for the provision of the Derbyshire Sexual Assault Referral Service (SARC). This procurement, classified under health services, is currently in the Tender stage and will close for submissions at 12 noon on 20th May 2022. The contract will commence on 1st April 2023 and has a duration of three years, with an option to extend for a further two years. The location for service delivery is within the Derby and Derbyshire police force area, and the procurement follows an open procedure method.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health and social care sector, particularly those specialising in forensic medical examinations and related services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is designed to be inclusive. Companies capable of providing integrated services in collaboration with local authorities and police will find this contract particularly suited to their expertise, supporting the growth and sustainability of vital health services within the community.

## Notice

NHS Arden GEM CSU on behalf of The NHS Commissioning Board operating as NHS England (Midlands) (the Contracting Authority) wish to commission an integrated forensic medical examination service and sexual assault referral centre (SARC) for the Derby and Derbyshire police force area. This is a co-commissioned service with Derbyshire Police, the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner and Local Authority. The contract is for 3 years with the commissioner having the option to extend for a further 2 years i.e. 3 + 2 = 5 years. Organisations wishing to submit a bid will need to register on the Arden GEM EU Supply website and complete the ITT documentation at the following location: https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=UK The ITT documentation should be completed by 12 noon on the 20th May 2022. The ITT reference is 51075.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c36eecc3-826e-40ed-9922-fb58ca905b36 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 20 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2023 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| 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 | Active |
| 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 | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE1 3QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Darley |
| Westminster constituency | Derby North |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2022 at 11:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c36eecc3-826e-40ed-9922-fb58ca905b36

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c36eecc3-826e-40ed-9922-fb58ca905b36
  1st April 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=UK

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