--- title: "Procurement for the provision of a BNSSG DVT service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fa06f223-577e-499e-bf27-ee249d27283c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fa06f223-577e-499e-bf27-ee249d27283c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa06f223-577e-499e-bf27-ee249d27283c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa06f223-577e-499e-bf27-ee249d27283c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT" published: "2018-09-27" --- # Procurement for the provision of a BNSSG DVT service Buyer: NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fa06f223-577e-499e-bf27-ee249d27283c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fa06f223-577e-499e-bf27-ee249d27283c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa06f223-577e-499e-bf27-ee249d27283c.json) ## Summary NHS Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group (BNSSG CCG) is seeking to procure a Deep Vein Thrombosis Service (DVT) aimed at establishing a standardised DVT pathway for adults with suspected cases. This procurement is managed by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) and follows an open procedure method. The tender period is open until 15 November 2018, with the contract commencing on 1 April 2019 for an initial term of three years, potentially extendable for up to two additional years. The estimated budget for this service is approximately £500,000 annually, with delivery required in the South West region of England. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with experience in providing DVT management and direct access scanning. Companies that are SMEs or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this procurement particularly relevant. Successful bidders will be expected to enhance patient care by streamlining assessment processes and reducing unnecessary referrals, creating a space for innovative solutions in patient management and service delivery. Businesses that leverage electronic referral mechanisms and efficient clinical practices will be well-positioned to succeed in this contract. ## Notice NHS Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group (BNSSG CCG) wishes to procure a Deep Vein Thrombosis Service (DVT) for service users registered with a BNSSG GP. The aim is to establish a standardised BNSSG DVT pathway for adults presenting in general practice with a suspected DVT. The contract(s) will be for an initial term of 3 years from 01/04/2019, with a possible extension of any period (or periods) up to a further 2 years, as defined at the discretion of the CCG. The CCG has an annual budget available of approximately PS500,000 (excluding. VAT). This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners. Interested providers will be able to view this notice via the 'current tenders' list on the e-procurement portal (In-tend). https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Home Additional information: NHS Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group (BNSSG CCG) wishes to procure a Deep Vein Thrombosis Service (DVT) for service users registered with a BNSSG GP. The aim is to establish a standardised BNSSG DVT pathway for adults presenting in general practice with a suspected DVT. The objectives of the Service are to: * improve patient care and experience by minimising the number of hand offs between clinical teams, to direct access scans * reduce unnecessary referrals, investigations and treatment * reduce variation in DVT assessment and management across BNSSG and provide a consistent approach * provide a quality service that is cost effective * support primary care through the use of a fast and easy to use electronic referral mechanism for requesting urgent scans, and for electronic reporting of scan outcomes integrated into the GP clinical system * provide ultrasound and outpatient services at a minimum of 3 locations, using locations which minimise travel times for patients from across North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and Bristol The DVT full pathway requires initial assessment in primary care and where indicated direct access to scans provided by a specialist provider who will also manage all positive DVT patients. This service is for the provision of direct access scans and the management of the positive DVT patients which will include initiation of treatment, patient education, further investigations where indicated (for unprovoked DVTs) and a management plan back to the GP which includes length of treatment, results of additional investigations and ongoing management plan. The contract(s) will be for an initial term of 3 years from 01/04/2019, with a possible extension of any period (or periods) up to a further 2 years, as defined at the discretion of the CCG. The CCG has an annual budget available of approximately PS500,000 (excluding. VAT). This is based on current National Tariffs and anticipated activity. The National Tariffs identified do not include the element of Market Forces Factor (MFF) which will be reimbursed under the terms of the National Tariff Payment System (NTPS). This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners. Interested providers will be able to view this notice via the 'current tenders' list on the e-procurement portal (In-tend). https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Home ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84a907fd-0dde-40a9-8bb2-70ea435cc3ca | | 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 | 27 Sep 2018 | | Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,500,000 | | 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 | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS1 3NX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Bristol Central | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85100000 - Health services ## Release History - 27 Sep 2018 at 10:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84a907fd-0dde-40a9-8bb2-70ea435cc3ca ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84a907fd-0dde-40a9-8bb2-70ea435cc3ca 27th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Home In-Tend Portal ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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