--- title: "Oxfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group - Semen Analysis Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d489c4b8-9698-467a-a2c1-c865c6135805" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d489c4b8-9698-467a-a2c1-c865c6135805" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d489c4b8-9698-467a-a2c1-c865c6135805.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d489c4b8-9698-467a-a2c1-c865c6135805.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT" published: "2017-04-18" --- # Oxfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group - Semen Analysis Services Buyer: NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d489c4b8-9698-467a-a2c1-c865c6135805 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d489c4b8-9698-467a-a2c1-c865c6135805) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d489c4b8-9698-467a-a2c1-c865c6135805.json) ## Summary The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit is facilitating a tender for 'Semen Analysis Services' aimed at supporting couples facing difficulties in starting a family within the Oxfordshire region. This procurement, classified as miscellaneous health services, is currently in the planning stage. The deadline for interested parties to submit their expressions of interest is 12 noon on 9th May 2017, with the contract commencing on 1st June 2017 and running for three years, valued at approximately £135,000 plus an optional one-year extension. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those offering diagnostic and laboratory services related to male fertility. Providers with experience in delivering timely and confidential analysis in compliance with NHS standards would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement could enhance service offerings and expand market presence within the healthcare sector. ## Notice Oxfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group are seeking expressions of interest for an upcoming procurement for Semen analysis services across the Oxfordshire region. As a key component of the care pathway for couples who appear to be unable to start a family, the semen analysis service currently analyses semen samples of the male partner prior to referring the female partner for gynaecological assessment. A high quality semen analysis service is essential to: * Diagnose male infertility or subfertility. * Ensure unnecessary or inappropriate treatment is not provided to the female partner. * Plan an appropriate care pathway for the couple who are trying to conceive. Service Outcomes * To provide semen analysis service to test fresh samples for male fertility in accordance with national quality standards. * To provide a semen analysis service for a small number of complex post vasectomy patients treated within secondary care * To provide a confidential and timely service to patients, taking account of the NHS Constitution's stipulation for dignity and respect, providing appropriate information and access to the service. * To report test results to GPs/managing clinicians in a timely and appropriate manner and in accordance with NHS Information Governance standards and legislation. Location The service is provided for patients registered with an Oxfordshire GP in the following Localities: * North Oxfordshire * North East Oxfordshire * West Oxfordshire * Oxford City * South West Oxfordshire * South East Oxfordshire Contract Value & Term The contract is an estimated PS45k per annum, with a total 3 year contractual value of PS135k with an optional extension of 1 year. Expressions of Interest Please submit your expression of interest via the below e-procurement portal, the closing date for expressions of interest is 12 noon, 9th May 2017. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Registration ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/406d2fa8-17fe-4bd6-ac32-9aadde48fe6a | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Apr 2017 | | Submission deadline | 9 May 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 | £135,000 | | 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 | NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT | | Locality | OXFORD | | Post town | Oxford | | Postcode | OX4 2LH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC | | Local authority | Oxford | | Electoral ward | Temple Cowley | | Westminster constituency | Oxford East | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services ## Release History - 18 Apr 2017 at 14:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/406d2fa8-17fe-4bd6-ac32-9aadde48fe6a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/406d2fa8-17fe-4bd6-ac32-9aadde48fe6a 18th April 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Registration ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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