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title: "Tier 1 Ophthalmology Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03f661"
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buyer: "NHS LANCASHIRE AND SOUTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE BOARD"
published: "2024-07-26"
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# Tier 1 Ophthalmology Services

Buyer: NHS LANCASHIRE AND SOUTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03f661

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## Summary

The NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board is managing a procurement process for the provision of Tier 1 Ophthalmology Services, targeting the health services industry. The initiative will cover various sites within the Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB footprint. This procurement, under an open procedure, aims to award a contract for a duration of three years starting from 1 October 2024, with an option to extend for an additional two years. Key dates include a contract value estimate of £3,261,000 per annum and related deadlines for submission by 25 September 2023. This procurement process is part of the light touch regime services governed by the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for providers with expertise in delivering integrated healthcare services, particularly in the field of ophthalmology. The chosen provider will collaborate closely with primary care optical practices and Hospital Eye Services to enhance care pathways for patients, ultimately delivering a cost-effective and high-quality service. Businesses specialising in healthcare delivery, possessing strong governance, information technology capabilities, and a focus on social value, are well-suited to compete. The contract's potential extension and the estimated annual growth point towards a stable and predictable business relationship. Interested businesses are encouraged to leverage their experience and compliance with regulatory standards to engage in this opportunity.

## Notice

Tier 1 Ophthalmology Services for the Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Midlands and Lancashire CSU is working on behalf of NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB for the contract award of a Tier 1 Ophthalmology Service. Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB was commissioning a range of primary eye care services via a range of different of providers which is delivered in all areas. These services were established through individual contracts between existing providers and the former CCGs. West Lancashire currently do not have a Tier 1 Ophthalmology service commissioned within their geography so this will be an additional provision. A standardised model of Tier 1 ophthalmology provision has been designed in collaboration with clinical colleagues across Lancashire and South Cumbria. The aim is to take lessons learnt from the most successful models and work in alignment with national programmes to optimise our service provision, by regulating eyecare across Lancashire and South Cumbria, reducing health inequalities and increasing care provision and access. The model will improve integration through collaborative partnerships between primary care optical practices and Hospital Eye Services. The aim is to provide safe, effective pathways of care with improved patient flow, via evidence-based pathways. This will improve access for patient care, deliver care closer to home and overall provide an excellent patient experience whilst delivering a cost-effective service. As part of the procurement process, the authority has identified one provider to deliver a Tier 1 Ophthalmology Service across the whole Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB. The contract will be for 3 years starting from 1 October 2024 with a possible 2-year extension. The estimated contract value per annum is PS3,261,000.

Options: This is an initial 3-year contract with the option to extend for a further 2-year period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023415-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Sep 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 May 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £16,305,000 |
| Lots value | £16,305,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £16,305,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS LANCASHIRE AND SOUTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE BOARD |
| Additional buyers | STAFFORDSHIRE AND LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT |
| Locality | STOKE ON TRENT |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST4 4LG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PRIMARY EYECARE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 26 Jul 2024 at 12:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023415-2024
- 23 Aug 2023 at 14:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024827-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.lancashireandsouthcumbria.icb.nhs.uk
- http://www.primaryeyecare.co.uk
- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.lancashireandsouthcumbria.icb.nhs.uk/

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