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title: "NHSE869 Tranche 2 Cambridge and Peterborough 2022/23 Sustainable Alternative Provider Medical Service (APMS) - Waterbeach, Cottenham and Roysia"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-034af4"
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buyer: "NHS ENGLAND AND NHS IMPROVEMENT EAST OF ENGLAND"
published: "2022-06-27"
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# NHSE869 Tranche 2 Cambridge and Peterborough 2022/23 Sustainable Alternative Provider Medical Service (APMS) - Waterbeach, Cottenham and Roysia

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND AND NHS IMPROVEMENT EAST OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-034af4

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## Summary

The NHS England and NHS Improvement East of England is currently conducting a tender for the "NHSE869 Tranche 2 Cambridge and Peterborough 2022/23 Sustainable Alternative Provider Medical Service (APMS)" to provide medical services in Waterbeach, Cottenham, and Roysia. This procurement, classified under health and social work services, is in the planning stage and submissions are due by 12:00 noon on 27 July 2022. The contract will run for seven years starting from 1 January 2023, with a possible three-year extension based on performance. The areas of delivery include regions surrounding Cambridge and Royston, which are experiencing significant residential development, allowing for an increased patient population.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in alternative provider medical services, to expand their reach in a growing market. Companies with expertise in providing comprehensive healthcare services, especially in evolving communities like Waterbeach and Cottenham, could find a competitive advantage. Moreover, firms that can demonstrate a commitment to social value, as outlined by the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012, will be well-positioned to meet the requirements set by the contracting authority. Businesses should also consider potential collaboration with local stakeholders to enhance their service offerings and align with the procurement objectives.

## Notice

North of England Commissioning Support (NECS) is working for and on behalf of NHS England and NHS Improvement East of England (The Contract Authority) a to commission Alternative Provider Medical Services(APMS) to be delivered from Waterbeachand Cottenham, and Roysia. This procurement will be in Lots, one lot will cover Waterbeach and Cottenham with a weighted patient list size of 9631.69, the second lot will cover Roysia with a weighted patient list size of 5661.45 Waterbeach is a system strategic growth site. The Development of the previous Waterbeach Barracks site will be considered a new town with planning for 11,000 new dwellings. The build out rate is outlined below: Year 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 Annual dwelling build rate 150 250 250 250 250 250 250 Cumulative Occupations 150 400 650 900 1150 1400 1650 Cottenham also has small pockets of development planned to include 176 dwellings on Land at or adjoining Oakington Road, 254 dwellings and 70 apartments with care land on or adjoining Rampton Road. There has been significant growth in Royston town over the past five years, with new developments continuing to be built on the edges of the town, including 279 houses on Baldock road, 340 houses at Meridian gate and outline planning permission submitted for 300-400 homes on Barkway Road. The term for both contracts will be 7 years with the option to extend for a further 3 years, subject to satisfactory financial and contractual performance, with effect from 01 January 2023. The basic principles that mirror those of the Open Procurement route will be followed for this procurement to test the capability, capacity, and technical competence of bidders in accordance with The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended). Under the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012 Contracting Authorities must consider: (a) How, what is proposed to be procured might improve the economic, social, and environmental well-being of the area where it exercises its functions; and (b) How, in conducting the process of procurement, it might act with a view to securing that improvement. Accordingly, the subject matter of the contract has been scoped to take into account the priorities of the Contracting Authority relating to economic, social, and environmental well-being. The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (as amended) may apply. Bidders are advised to obtain their own legal advice and carry out due diligence including the New Fair Deal non-statutory policy setting out how pensions issues are to be dealt with when staff are compulsorily transferred from the public sector to independent providers delivering public services. NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this procurement and communicate with potential bidders. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential bidders and all communications with NECS, including your submission, will be conducted via the In-tend portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nhsnecsu It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should bidders have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the In-tend helpdesk via: support@in-tend.com or call us on 0845 557 8079 / +44 (0) 114 407 0065 The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 9am - 5.30pm Tender documentation will be available on the e-tendering site from 27 June 2022. The closing date for submission of tenders is 12:00 noon on 27 July 2022. N.B. Due to forthcoming changes to legislation which mean some current responsibilities of NHSE&I will be delegated into Integrated Care Systems with effect from 01 July 2022, the ultimate commissioner for this contract may change.

### Lot Information

NHSE869 Tranche 2 Cambridge and Peterborough 2022/23 Sustainable Alternative Provider Medical Service (APMS) - Waterbeach and Cottenham

North of England Commissioning Support (NECS) is working for and on behalf of NHS England and NHS Improvement East of England (The Contract Authority) a to commission an Alternative Provider Medical Service (APMS) to be delivered from Waterbeach and Cottenham. This lot will cover Waterbeach and Cottenham with a weighted patient list size of 9631.69. Waterbeach is a system strategic growth site. The Development of the previous Waterbeach Barracks site will be considered a new town with planning for 11,000 new dwellings. The build out rate is outlined below: Year 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 Annual dwelling build rate 150 250 250 250 250 250 250 Cumulative Occupations 150 400 650 900 1150 1400 1650 Cottenham also has small pockets of development planned to include 176 dwellings on Land at or adjoining Oakington Road, 254 dwellings and 70 apartments with care land on or adjoining Rampton Road. The term for this contract will be 7 years with the option to extend for a further 3 years, subject to satisfactory financial and contractual performance, with effect from 01 January 2023. The basic principles that mirror those of the Open Procurement route will be followed for this procurement to test the capability, capacity, and technical competence of bidders in accordance with The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended). Under the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012 Contracting Authorities must consider: (a) How, what is proposed to be procured might improve the economic, social, and environmental well-being of the area where it exercises its functions; and (b) How, in conducting the process of procurement, it might act with a view to securing that improvement. Accordingly, the subject matter of the contract has been scoped to take into account the priorities of the Contracting Authority relating to economic, social, and environmental well-being. The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (as amended) may apply. Bidders are advised to obtain their own legal advice and carry out due diligence including the New Fair Deal non-statutory policy setting out how pensions issues are to be dealt with when staff are compulsorily transferred from the public sector to independent providers delivering public services. NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this procurement and communicate with potential bidders. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential bidders and all communications with NECS, including your submission, will be conducted via the In-tend portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nhsnecsu It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should bidders have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the In-tend helpdesk via: support@in-tend.com or call us on 0845 557 8079 / +44 (0) 114 407 0065 The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 9am - 5.30pm Tender documentation will be available on the e-tendering site from 27 June 2022. The closing date for submission of tenders is 12:00 noon on 27 July 2022. N.B. Due to forthcoming changes to legislation which mean some current responsibilities of NHSE&I will be delegated into Integrated Care Systems with effect from 01 July 2022, the ultimate commissioner for this contract may change.

NHSE869 Tranche 2 Cambridge and Peterborough 2022/23 Sustainable Alternative Provider Medical Service (APMS) - Roysia

North of England Commissioning Support (NECS) is working for and on behalf of NHS England and NHS Improvement East of England (The Contract Authority) a to commission an Alternative Provider Medical Service (APMS) to be delivered from Roysia. This lot will cover Roysia with a weighted patient list size of 5661.45 There has been significant growth in Royston town over the past five years, with new developments continuing to be built on the edges of the town, including 279 houses on Baldock road, 340 houses at Meridian gate and outline planning permission submitted for 300-400 homes on Barkway Road. The term for this contracts will be 7 years with the option to extend for a further 3 years, subject to satisfactory financial and contractual performance, with effect from 01 January 2023. The basic principles that mirror those of the Open Procurement route will be followed for this procurement to test the capability, capacity, and technical competence of bidders in accordance with The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended). Under the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012 Contracting Authorities must consider: (a) How, what is proposed to be procured might improve the economic, social, and environmental well-being of the area where it exercises its functions; and (b) How, in conducting the process of procurement, it might act with a view to securing that improvement. Accordingly, the subject matter of the contract has been scoped to take into account the priorities of the Contracting Authority relating to economic, social, and environmental well-being. The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (as amended) may apply. Bidders are advised to obtain their own legal advice and carry out due diligence including the New Fair Deal non-statutory policy setting out how pensions issues are to be dealt with when staff are compulsorily transferred from the public sector to independent providers delivering public services. NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this procurement and communicate with potential bidders. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential bidders and all communications with NECS, including your submission, will be conducted via the In-tend portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nhsnecsu It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should bidders have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the In-tend helpdesk via: support@in-tend.com or call us on 0845 557 8079 / +44 (0) 114 407 0065 The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 9am - 5.30pm Tender documentation will be available on the e-tendering site from 27 June 2022. The closing date for submission of tenders is 12:00 noon on 27 July 2022. N.B. Due to forthcoming changes to legislation which mean some current responsibilities of NHSE&I will be delegated into Integrated Care Systems with effect from 01 July 2022, the ultimate commissioner for this contract may change.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017486-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS ENGLAND AND NHS IMPROVEMENT EAST OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | CAMBRIDGE, |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode | CB21 5XB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | South Cambridgeshire |
| Electoral ward | Fen Ditton & Fulbourn |
| Westminster constituency | South Cambridgeshire |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester, TLH East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 27 Jun 2022 at 11:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017486-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.necsu.nhs.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nhsnecsu
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-procurement-review-service-scope-and-remit
- https://www.necsu.nhs.uk/

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