--- title: "Innovation and Technology Tariff (Theme 5)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e0cb2223-a742-4a27-9625-9d364fe72fb5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e0cb2223-a742-4a27-9625-9d364fe72fb5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e0cb2223-a742-4a27-9625-9d364fe72fb5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e0cb2223-a742-4a27-9625-9d364fe72fb5.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT" published: "2018-02-06" --- # Innovation and Technology Tariff (Theme 5) Buyer: NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e0cb2223-a742-4a27-9625-9d364fe72fb5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e0cb2223-a742-4a27-9625-9d364fe72fb5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e0cb2223-a742-4a27-9625-9d364fe72fb5.json) ## Summary The NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit is undertaking a procurement process titled "Innovation and Technology Tariff (Theme 5)", which focuses on providing solutions for frozen faecal microbiota transplantation aimed at reducing recurrent Clostridium difficile infection rates. This procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a key engagement deadline set for 9 March 2018 at 5pm. Interested parties are required to register on the Bravo e-Tendering portal and submit a questionnaire as part of the application process. The procurement pertains to the medical equipment and pharmaceuticals industry and is applicable across various regions in the United Kingdom including the North East, North West, and London. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical technology and healthcare solutions. Smaller businesses (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, making this a viable opportunity for organisations capable of innovative healthcare interventions. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in microbiota-related treatments or advanced medical devices could find this project particularly advantageous, potentially leading to long-term partnerships with the NHS. ## Notice Arden & GEM CSU acting on behalf of NHS England will be inviting suitably qualified organisations to express interest in providing: - Innovation and Technology Tariff Theme 5: - Frozen faecal microbiota transplantation for recurrent Clostridium difficile infection rates. If you wish to express interest and access the description for Theme 5 please: a) Register on https://ardengemcsu.bravosolution.co.uk. The Bravo project reference number is project_851 - Innovation and Technology Tariff. b) Complete and submit the questionnaire pqq_467 - Innovation and Technology Tariff (Theme 5) by no later than 9 March 2018 at 5pm. More information about the Innovation and Technology Tariff can be found on https://www.england.nhs.uk/resources/paysyst/development/tech-tariff-17-19-technical-notes/. For any support in registering or submitting your questionnaire please contact the eTendering Help-desk at 0800-011-2470 or help@bravosolution.co.uk. Participants can also contact Neli.Garbuzanova@ardengemcsu.nhs.uk for further information or clarifications. Where to find further information regarding this procurement? The procurement relating to this PIN notice will be advertised on Contracts Finder(https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Search) and administered/conducted via the Arden & GEM CSU's e-Tendering portal known as Bravo solution(https://ardengemcsu.bravosolution.co.uk). Full details regarding this procurement opportunity will be available there. Please note that this PIN is not a call for competition. Additional information: If you wish to express interest and access the description for each Theme please: a) Register on https://ardengemcsu.bravosolution.co.uk. The Bravo project reference number is project_851 - Innovation and Technology Tariff. b) Complete and submit the questionnaire pqq_467 - Innovation and Technology Tariff (Theme 5) by no later than 9 March 2018 at 5pm. More information about the Innovation and Technology Tariff can be found on https://www.england.nhs.uk/resources/pay-syst/development/tech-tariff-17-19-technical-notes/. For any support in registering or submitting your questionnaire please contact the eTendering Help-desk at 0800-011-2470 or help@bravosolution.co.uk. Participants can also contact Neli.Garbuzanova@ardengemcsu.nhs.uk for further information or clarifications. Where to find further information regarding this procurement? The procurement relating to this PIN notice will be advertised on Contracts Finder (https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Search ) and administered/conducted via the Arden & GEM CSU's e-Tendering portal known as Bravo solutions (https://ardengemcsu.bravosolution.co.uk). Full details regarding this procurement opportunity will be available there. Please note that this PIN is not a call for competition. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe4f9a79-044f-473d-a12e-923232d61588 | | Notice type | Market Engagement 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 | 6 Feb 2018 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 9 Mar 2018 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ## Release History - 6 Feb 2018 at 14:07 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe4f9a79-044f-473d-a12e-923232d61588 - 6 Feb 2018 at 14:03 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe4f9a79-044f-473d-a12e-923232d61588 - 6 Feb 2018 at 12:05 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe4f9a79-044f-473d-a12e-923232d61588 - 31 Aug 2017 at 08:01 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe4f9a79-044f-473d-a12e-923232d61588 - 31 Aug 2017 at 07:59 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe4f9a79-044f-473d-a12e-923232d61588 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe4f9a79-044f-473d-a12e-923232d61588 6th February 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a934b06b-f1aa-4cac-be8c-ded924bbbb6d OJEU notice - Document Number 2017/S 166-341336; Notice Reference 2017-041487 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/36db7398-0c42-4596-8d7a-90f9eb4bcda7 OJEU Prior Informaton Notice ## Notice URLs - https://ardengemcsu.bravosolution.co.uk - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Search - https://www.england.nhs.uk/resources/pay-syst/development/tech-tariff-17-19-technical-notes/ - https://www.england.nhs.uk/resources/paysyst/development/tech-tariff-17-19-technical-notes/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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