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title: "Community Cardiology Service"
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# Community Cardiology Service

Buyer: NHS FAREHAM AND GOSPORT CCG  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0299f2

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## Summary

NHS Fareham and Gosport CCG has recently awarded a contract for the Community Cardiology Service as a response to the urgent needs arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. This contract was initiated under a limited procurement method, specifically the 'competitive procedure without prior publication' due to the extreme urgency caused by the ongoing public health crisis. The contract is set for 12 months, with the possibility of a 6-month extension starting from 1st April 2021, valued at £447,849. The services will be primarily delivered to the populations of Fareham & Gosport and South Eastern Hampshire, classified under the health services industry category. The award decision was made on 9th March 2021, following an urgent review of the existing service provision in place by South Hampshire Primary Care Alliance and The Grange Cardiology Service.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in healthcare services, particularly those with experience in community health and cardiology. Companies that can provide sustainable cardiology services, diagnostic support, and effective patient management systems may find this tender advantageous for expansion. Additionally, suppliers with capabilities in workforce management and patient care continuity are well-positioned to compete and contribute to this vital public health initiative, enhancing their portfolio and client base within the healthcare sector.

## Notice

The COVID-19 outbreak has given rise to an urgent need for provision Community Cardiology Services via a new short term contract (effectively continuing existing service provision). The Community Cardiology Services delivered by South Hampshire Primary Care Alliance and The Grange Cardiology Service have been working together to pilot treatment and diagnostics to low risk patients in the community setting so that secondary care cardiology services can focus on high risk patients and complex care. Due in large part to the significant impact of the Covid-19 pandemic which has significantly delayed plans to test the model to inform future commissioning intentions for this service, it is necessary to extend the current arrangement. 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 South Hampshire Primary Care Alliance and The Grange Cardiology Service 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 what role the community services will play in the cardiology pathway going forward, confirm true activity levels, benefits of the service and a proposed future model with clearly defined pathways. 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 12 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 PS447,849 for 18 months ie 12+6 months. (South Hampshire Primary Care Alliance PS221,274 & The Grange Cardiology Service PS226,575) for the population of Fareham & Gosport and South Eastern Hampshire CCGs.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The COVID-19 outbreak has given rise to an urgent need for provision Community Cardiology Services via a new short term contract (effectively continuing existing service provision). The Community Cardiology Services delivered by South Hampshire Primary Care Alliance and The Grange Cardiology Service have been working together to pilot treatment and diagnostics to low risk patients in the community setting so that secondary care cardiology services can focus on high risk patients and complex care. Due in large part to the significant impact of the Covid-19 pandemic which has significantly delayed plans to test the model to inform future commissioning intentions for this service, it is necessary to extend the current arrangement. 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 South Hampshire Primary Care Alliance and The Grange Cardiology Service 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 what role the community services will play in the cardiology pathway going forward, confirm true activity levels, benefits of the service and a proposed future model with clearly defined pathways. 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 12 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 PS447,849 for 18 months ie 12+6 months. (South Hampshire Primary Care Alliance PS221,274 & The Grange Cardiology Service PS226,575) for the population of Fareham & Gosport and South Eastern Hampshire CCGs. 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 'F13049'. 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 'F13049'. 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 Community Cardiology Services via a new short term contract (effectively continuing existing service provision). The Community Cardiology Services delivered by South Hampshire Primary Care Alliance and The Grange Cardiology Service have been working together to pilot treatment and diagnostics to low risk patients in the community setting so that secondary care cardiology services can focus on high risk patients and complex care. Due in large part to the significant impact of the Covid-19 pandemic which has significantly delayed plans to test the model to inform future commissioning intentions for this service, it is necessary to extend the current arrangement. 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 South Hampshire Primary Care Alliance and The Grange Cardiology Service 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 what role the community services will play in the cardiology pathway going forward, confirm true activity levels, benefits of the service and a proposed future model with clearly defined pathways. 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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004737-2021 |
| 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 | £447,849 |

## 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 | 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 | 2 |
| Supplier names | SOUTH HAMPSHIRE PRIMARY CARE ALLIANCE; THE GRANGE CARDIOLOGY SERVICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2021 at 17:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004737-2021

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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