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title: "Market Engagement for the Provision of Non-Scalpel Vasectomy Service on Behalf of NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board (GM ICB)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-048a74"
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buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER INTEGRATED CARE BOARD"
published: "2024-08-19"
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# Market Engagement for the Provision of Non-Scalpel Vasectomy Service on Behalf of NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board (GM ICB)

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER INTEGRATED CARE BOARD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-048a74

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## Summary

The Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board (GM ICB) is currently in the updated tender stage for the Provision of Non-Scalpel Vasectomy Service, focusing on health services rendered under the CPV classification 85100000. The service aims to provide safe non-scalpel vasectomies under local anaesthetic in a community care setting, adhering to relevant clinical guidelines. The procurement process includes a market engagement questionnaire with a return deadline of 12 noon on 12 September 2024, though the notice has been updated to reflect a budget of £275 to £325 per patient. The indicative contract duration is three years, with an option to extend for an additional two years, and an estimated yearly value of up to £650,000. The Greater Manchester ICB is based in Manchester, UK, and this procurement is part of their strategic planning to enhance community health services.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for healthcare providers and clinics experienced in minor surgical procedures within primary care settings. Businesses dealing in medical supplies or services in Greater Manchester would be well-suited to compete, given the project’s scope and resources. Potential bidders should demonstrate robust service delivery capabilities and adherence to stringent clinical guidelines. By participating, businesses can expand their portfolio, fill a critical community health need, and secure substantial revenue over the potential five-year contract duration.

## Notice

This service relates to the provision of a community vasectomy service. The service will provide safe non-scalpel vasectomy under local anaesthetic (LA) in a primary/community care setting in accordance with the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists - Faculty of Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare Clinical Guidance - Male & Female Sterilisation (2014).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board (GM ICB) is currently developing their service specification and contracting process for the Provision of Non-Scalpel Vasectomy Service. This Market Engagement Questionnaire seeks the views and opinions of stakeholders and organisations that may be interested in delivering the Service. This exercise and any subsequent responses are in no way legally binding on any party. Participation in the engagement exercise is not a mandatory requirement for participating in any potential future procurement; however, responses received will assist to inform GM ICB as to the level of interest from the market and may be used to evidence the most appropriate procurement route. The Market Engagement Questionnaire and current draft Service Specification can be downloaded from the SAP Ariba Portal reference Doc2128064687 at the below link: https://discovery.ariba.com/rfx/20620821 Please return your completed MEQ through the SAP Ariba Portal by 12 noon, 12 September 2024. Additional information: The Provision of Non-Scalpel Vasectomy Service described in this questionnaire and the draft specification, relates to the GM ICB intention to establish a contract agreement for up to a number of three years with the option to extend for an additional two years, with an indicative budget of PS325 per patient and an estimated yearly value of up to PS650,000 dependant on activity levels with an estimated overall total contract value of up to PS3,250,000, including extensions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026298-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jun 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GREATER MANCHESTER INTEGRATED CARE BOARD |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 3BN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2024 at 11:44 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026298-2024
- 13 Aug 2024 at 13:19 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025642-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://discovery.ariba.com/rfx/20620821
- https://gmintegratedcare.org.uk/

## Provenance

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