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title: "Specialist MSK and Persistent Pain Service (SMSK)"
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# Specialist MSK and Persistent Pain Service (SMSK)

Buyer: NHS FAREHAM AND GOSPORT CCG  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0299bc

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## Summary

The NHS Fareham and Gosport CCG and NHS South Eastern Hampshire CCG are looking to procure a Specialist Musculoskeletal and Persistent Pain Service (SMSK) to continue existing service provision. This short-term contract, valued at £1,622,000 over a 12-month period, is part of an urgent response to the COVID-19 outbreak in Fareham, UKJ3. The procurement falls under the category of health services and has been awarded using a competitive procedure without prior publication due to extreme urgency related to the pandemic. The contract was signed on 9 March 2021 and is effective from 1 April 2021, with an option to extend for six additional months.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those that can offer integrated musculoskeletal and persistent pain management solutions. Companies with strengths in triage, tailored treatment plans, and innovative delivery methods, including digital health applications, would be well-positioned to compete. This is particularly relevant as the NHS seeks to modernise its services and streamline patient pathways in response to the challenges posed by the pandemic.

## Notice

The COVID-19 outbreak has given rise to an urgent need for provision Specialist MSK & Persistent Pain Service (SMSK) via a new short term contract (effectively continuing existing service provision). The Specialist MSK & Persistent Pain Service (SMSK) delivered by Solent NHS Trust provides specialist musculoskeletal and persistent pain pathways to the population of Fareham & Gosport and South Eastern Hampshire CCGs as an integrated service model. The service consists of two main elements: * The Specialist MSK Service is ESP led and offers triage and specialist assessment followed by an individually tailored time limited treatment plan including injections * The Persistent Pain Service is AHP led and offers a triage facility followed by time limited group treatment with the aim of allowing patients to improve their quality of life and functional status through self-reliance in managing their persistent pain. The CCGs strategy is to conclude a major service review and re-design to modernise the existing MSK provision with a view to streamlining the pathway, this includes a review of alternative models and smarter ways of accessing services including the increased use of digital alternatives where clinically appropriate. At this stage, the role of the SMSK service and pathway re-design has not been finalised, due in large part to the significant impact of the Covid-19 pandemic which has significantly delayed plans. Under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, the Contracting Authority considers COVID-19 to be a state of urgency that has been brought about by circumstances which a diligent contracting authority could not have foreseen. A response to the pandemic is therefore required in order to safeguard public health risks and risk to life by securing safe and continued service provision. Accordingly, NHS South Eastern Hampshire and Fareham and Gosport CCGs has decided to enter into a contract with Solent NHS Trust using the 'competitive procedure without prior publication for reasons of extreme urgency' (Reg 32(2)(c) PCR 2015), brought about by the COVID-19 outbreak, for the following reasons: * To maintain service delivery and continuity during and after the Covid-19 response. * A change of provider would disrupt continuity and would be to the detriment of patient care and the local health system, noting that exit and mobilisation periods are a key consideration for robust strategic planning. * Resources in the contracting authority/provider have been redirected to support frontline activities including direct care for patients and efforts to support supply chain activities. Additional time will allow the Contracting Authority the time required to determine how the MSK pathway will look going forward and what role the SMSK service will play in ensuring patient need, quality and efficiency are maintained. It will also ensure continuity of service whilst the proposed direction of travel for the service is finalised. Further justification is supported by guidance issued by the Cabinet Office Procurement Policy Note - Responding to Covid -19 PPN01/20 and PPN01/21. This PCR Regulation 32 Contract Award notice is being published to notify the award of the contract for 6 months with an option to extend for a further 6 month period from 1st April 2021. This time is considered necessary and proportional to alleviate the risk posed by the outbreak and, will give the above named Contracting Authority sufficient time to comply with undertaking a compliant competitive procurement process under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The value of this award is PS1,622,00 for 12 months ie 6+6 months.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The COVID-19 outbreak has given rise to an urgent need for provision Specialist MSK & Persistent Pain Service (SMSK) via a new short term contract (effectively continuing existing service provision). The Specialist MSK & Persistent Pain Service (SMSK) delivered by Solent NHS Trust provides specialist musculoskeletal and persistent pain pathways to the population of Fareham & Gosport and South Eastern Hampshire CCGs as an integrated service model. The service consists of two main elements: * The Specialist MSK Service is ESP led and offers triage and specialist assessment followed by an individually tailored time limited treatment plan including injections * The Persistent Pain Service is AHP led and offers a triage facility followed by time limited group treatment with the aim of allowing patients to improve their quality of life and functional status through self-reliance in managing their persistent pain. The CCGs strategy is to conclude a major service review and re-design to modernise the existing MSK provision with a view to streamlining the pathway, this includes a review of alternative models and smarter ways of accessing services including the increased use of digital alternatives where clinically appropriate. At this stage, the role of the SMSK service and pathway re-design has not been finalised, due in large part to the significant impact of the Covid-19 pandemic which has significantly delayed plans. Under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, the Contracting Authority considers COVID-19 to be a state of urgency that has been brought about by circumstances which a diligent contracting authority could not have foreseen. A response to the pandemic is therefore required in order to safeguard public health risks and risk to life by securing safe and continued service provision. Accordingly, NHS South Eastern Hampshire and Fareham and Gosport CCGs has decided to enter into a contract with Solent NHS Trust using the 'competitive procedure without prior publication for reasons of extreme urgency' (Reg 32(2)(c) PCR 2015), brought about by the COVID-19 outbreak, for the following reasons: * To maintain service delivery and continuity during and after the Covid-19 response. * A change of provider would disrupt continuity and would be to the detriment of patient care and the local health system, noting that exit and mobilisation periods are a key consideration for robust strategic planning. * Resources in the contracting authority/provider have been redirected to support frontline activities including direct care for patients and efforts to support supply chain activities. Additional time will allow the Contracting Authority the time required to determine how the MSK pathway will look going forward and what role the SMSK service will play in ensuring patient need, quality and efficiency are maintained. It will also ensure continuity of service whilst the proposed direction of travel for the service is finalised. Further justification is supported by guidance issued by the Cabinet Office Procurement Policy Note - Responding to Covid -19 PPN01/20 and PPN01/21. This PCR Regulation 32 Contract Award notice is being published to notify the award of the contract for 6 months with an option to extend for a further 6 month period from 1st April 2021. This time is considered necessary and proportional to alleviate the risk posed by the outbreak and, will give the above named Contracting Authority sufficient time to comply with undertaking a compliant competitive procurement process under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The value of this award is PS1,622,00 for 12 months ie 6+6 months. A copy of the requirement specification can be viewed by logging into https://in-tendhost.co.uk/soepscommissioning If you are already registered on the portal, login as usual and go to step 6 below, otherwise: 1. Click the "Register" link on the left-hand side of the page. 2. Enter your correct business and user details. 3. Note the email address chosen and Click "Register My Company" when complete. 4. You will receive an email with your unique password (keep this secure) 5. Login to the portal with the username/password; you will be prompted to change your password on first login. 6. Hover your mouse over the "Tenders" button on the main toolbar and choose 'Current' 7. Scroll through the opportunities and select 'F12269'. 8. Click on the 'View Details' button and select the Clarification tab to view the specification. Additional information: A copy of the requirement specification can be viewed by logging into https://in-tendhost.co.uk/soepscommissioning If you are already registered on the portal, login as usual and go to step 6 below, otherwise: 1. Click the "Register" link on the left-hand side of the page. 2. Enter your correct business and user details. 3. Note the email address chosen and Click "Register My Company" when complete. 4. You will receive an email with your unique password (keep this secure) 5. Login to the portal with the username/password; you will be prompted to change your password on first login. 6. Hover your mouse over the "Tenders" button on the main toolbar and choose 'Current' 7. Scroll through the opportunities and select 'F12269'. 8. Click on the 'View Details' button and select the Clarification tab to view the specification.

### Procurement Information

The COVID-19 outbreak has given rise to an urgent need for provision Specialist MSK & Persistent Pain Service (SMSK) via a new short term contract (effectively continuing existing service provision). The Specialist MSK & Persistent Pain Service (SMSK) delivered by Solent NHS Trust provides specialist musculoskeletal and persistent pain pathways to the population of Fareham & Gosport and South Eastern Hampshire CCGs as an integrated service model. The service consists of two main elements: * The Specialist MSK Service is ESP led and offers triage and specialist assessment followed by an individually tailored time limited treatment plan including injections * The Persistent Pain Service is AHP led and offers a triage facility followed by time limited group treatment with the aim of allowing patients to improve their quality of life and functional status through self-reliance in managing their persistent pain. The CCGs strategy is to conclude a major service review and re-design to modernise the existing MSK provision with a view to streamlining the pathway, this includes a review of alternative models and smarter ways of accessing services including the increased use of digital alternatives where clinically appropriate. At this stage, the role of the SMSK service and pathway re-design has not been finalised, due in large part to the significant impact of the Covid-19 pandemic which has significantly delayed plans. Under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, the Contracting Authority considers COVID-19 to be a state of urgency that has been brought about by circumstances which a diligent contracting authority could not have foreseen. A response to the pandemic is therefore required in order to safeguard public health risks and risk to life by securing safe and continued service provision. Accordingly, NHS South Eastern Hampshire and Fareham and Gosport CCGs has decided to enter into a contract with Solent NHS Trust using the 'competitive procedure without prior publication for reasons of extreme urgency' (Reg 32(2)(c) PCR 2015), brought about by the COVID-19 outbreak, for the following reasons: * To maintain service delivery and continuity during and after the Covid-19 response. * A change of provider would disrupt continuity and would be to the detriment of patient care and the local health system, noting that exit and mobilisation periods are a key consideration for robust strategic planning. * Resources in the contracting authority/provider have been redirected to support frontline activities including direct care for patients and efforts to support supply chain activities. Additional time will allow the Contracting Authority the time required to determine how the MSK pathway will look going forward and what role the SMSK service will play in ensuring patient need, quality and efficiency are maintained. It will also ensure continuity of service whilst the proposed direction of travel for the service is finalised. Further justification is supported by guidance issued by the Cabinet Office Procurement Policy Note - Responding to Covid -19 PPN01/20 and PPN01/21. This PCR Regulation 32 Contract Award notice is being published to notify the award of the contract for 6 months with an option to extend for a further 6 month period from 1st April 2021. This time is considered necessary and proportional to alleviate the risk posed by the outbreak and, will give the above named Contracting Authority sufficient time to comply with undertaking a compliant competitive procurement process under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The value of this award is PS1,622,00 for 12 months ie 6+6 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004683-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £162,200 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS FAREHAM AND GOSPORT CCG |
| Additional buyers | NHS SOUTH EASTERN HAMPSHIRE CCG |
| Locality | FAREHAM |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOLENT NHS TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2021 at 10:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004683-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/soepscommissioning
- https://www.farehamandgosportccg.nhs.uk/
- https://www.solent.nhs.uk/
- https://www.southeasternhampshireccg.nhs.uk/

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