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title: "TEKH873 Outsourced Rheumatology"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e54f47b7-b5d3-4bd0-b67d-c96829c876f2"
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buyer: "EAST KENT HOSPITALS UNIVERSITY"
published: "2018-10-31"
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# TEKH873 Outsourced Rheumatology

Buyer: EAST KENT HOSPITALS UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e54f47b7-b5d3-4bd0-b67d-c96829c876f2

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## Summary

The East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to establish a framework contract for outsourced rheumatology services under the title "TEKH873 Outsourced Rheumatology." This procurement is classified under the hospital and related services category, and the tender is currently in the active stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 9 November 2018. The contract period is scheduled to begin on 26 November 2018 and will conclude on 28 October 2019. Bids should be directed to the South East region of the United Kingdom, and the open procurement method is being used for this tender.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those that can provide outpatient rheumatology services to reduce waiting times. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, given the specific focus on innovative solutions and flexibility that can enhance patient care. Successful bidders will not only support the East Kent Hospitals University in improving service delivery but also position themselves for continued partnerships and growth within the healthcare sector.

## Notice

The East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust (EKHUFT) Rheumatology department wish to enter into a framework contract with an external provider in order to reduce current waiting times for outpatient appointments, creating additional activity on behalf of EKHUFT. Additional information: Link to esourcing portal

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b265fcc-1f4a-4bfd-bd25-b00231f15d0e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Nov 2018 - 28 Oct 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST KENT HOSPITALS UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | ASHFORD |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN24 0LZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Ashford |
| Electoral ward | Willesborough |
| Westminster constituency | Ashford |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85110000 - Hospital and related services

## Release History

- 31 Oct 2018 at 10:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b265fcc-1f4a-4bfd-bd25-b00231f15d0e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b265fcc-1f4a-4bfd-bd25-b00231f15d0e
  31st October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://commercialsolutions.bravosolution.co.uk/
  Link to esourcing portal where documentation can be found.

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