--- title: "Consultancy work in relation to the evaluation of the all-Wales Rapid Diagnosis Clinics Programme" ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-125696" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-125696" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-125696.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-125696.json" source: "Sell2Wales" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP" published: "2024-07-10" --- # Consultancy work in relation to the evaluation of the all-Wales Rapid Diagnosis Clinics Programme Buyer: NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-kuma6s-125696 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-125696) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-125696.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership seeking consultancy services for evaluating the all-Wales Rapid Diagnosis Clinics Programme. The project aims to support early cancer diagnosis in Wales, focusing on patient outcomes and service improvements. The tender, currently in the active stage, was initiated by the buyer, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, located in Cardiff, UK. The procurement method is an open procedure, with a deadline set for 1st November 2022. This tender offers business growth opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in healthcare evaluation services. Companies with expertise in cancer diagnosis programmes and healthcare system assessments are well-suited to compete. By participating, businesses can contribute to improving patient care outcomes, assisting Health Boards in Wales, and shaping future healthcare programme approaches within the Wales Cancer Network. ## Notice NHS Procurement Wales, on behalf of the Wales Cancer Network, wishes to invite proposals for the evaluation of the all-Wales Rapid Diagnosis Clinics (RDC) programme. Evaluation is an integral part of the work we do within the Wales Cancer Network, and we use findings to facilitate learning, drive service improvement, inform future programme development, and guide decision-making. We are committed to assessing whether we have achieved our objectives and the processes which led to success (or not). The RDC programme is a national initiative supporting Health Boards in Wales to provide General Practitioners (GPs) with a referral pathway and RDC to investigate vague symptoms that may be caused by cancer. The programme commenced in December 2020 and is due to complete in March 2023. A Rapid Diagnosis Clinic (RDC) provides a diagnostic route for patients with non-specific but concerning (vague) symptoms who do not fit into a standard Suspected Cancer Pathway, because of the absence of clear 'red flag' symptoms. RDCs aims to: - Support earlier diagnosis for patients with vague, non-specific symptoms that could be cancer - Reduce cancer diagnoses via emergency presentations - Improve overall patient health outcomes by detecting cancer earlier - Improve patient and GP experience - Identify and manage other serious non-malignant disease or those at risk of developing serious illness The aim of the evaluation is to provide an independent assessment of the RDC programme and deliverables to: - communicate the impact, value and learning - inform Health Board sustainability plans for RDCs across Wales - inform future developments and programme approaches within the Wales Cancer Network ### Lot Information Lot 1 NHS Procurement Wales, on behalf of the Wales Cancer Network, wishes to invite proposals for the evaluation of the all-Wales Rapid Diagnosis Clinics (RDC) programme. Evaluation is an integral part of the work we do within the Wales Cancer Network, and we use findings to facilitate learning, drive service improvement, inform future programme development, and guide decision-making. We are committed to assessing whether we have achieved our objectives and the processes which led to success (or not). The RDC programme is a national initiative supporting Health Boards in Wales to provide General Practitioners (GPs) with a referral pathway and RDC to investigate vague symptoms that may be caused by cancer. The programme commenced in December 2020 and is due to complete in March 2023. Aim: - to support the implementation and sustainability of an RDC Service in all Welsh Health Boards, using a nationally coordinated, locally implemented programme approach Objectives: - to provide the necessary tools and evidence to deliver a high quality and person-centred service to patients with vague symptoms suspicious of cancer - to develop and deliver educational resources to support the learning and sharing of good practice between Health Board RDC models The aim of the evaluation is to provide an independent assessment of the RDC programme and deliverables to: - communicate the impact, value and learning - inform Health Board sustainability plans for RDCs across Wales - inform future developments and programme approaches within the Wales Cancer Network ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Sell2Wales | | Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=125696 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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 | 10 Jul 2024 | | Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 1 Feb 2023 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £30,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £45,180 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP | | Locality | ST ASAPH | | Post town | Llandudno | | Postcode | LL17 0JL | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | | Local authority | Cardiff | | Electoral ward | Heath | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff North | | Delivery location | TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | MEL RESEARCH | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services ## Release History - 10 Jul 2024 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=125696 - 17 Oct 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=125696 ## Documents - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT415093 Consultancy work in relation to the evaluation of the all-Wales Rapid Diagnosis Clinics Programme - NHS Procurement Wales, on behalf of the Wales Cancer Network, wishes to invite proposals for the evaluation of the all-Wales Rapid Diagnosis Clinics (RDC) programme. Evaluation is an integral part of the work we do within the Wales Cancer Network, and we use findings to facilitate learning, drive service improvement, inform future programme development, and guide decision-making. We are committed to assessing whether we have achieved our objectives and the processes which led to success (or not). The RDC programme is a national initiative supporting Health Boards in Wales to provide General Practitioners (GPs) with a referral pathway and RDC to investigate vague symptoms that may be caused by cancer. The programme commenced in December 2020 and is due to complete in March 2023. A Rapid Diagnosis Clinic (RDC) provides a diagnostic route for patients with non-specific but concerning (vague) symptoms who do not fit into a standard Suspected Cancer Pathway, because of the absence of clear 'red flag' symptoms. RDCs aims to: - Support earlier diagnosis for patients with vague, non-specific symptoms that could be cancer - Reduce cancer diagnoses via emergency presentations - Improve overall patient health outcomes by detecting cancer earlier - Improve patient and GP experience - Identify and manage other serious non-malignant disease or those at risk of developing serious illness The aim of the evaluation is to provide an independent assessment of the RDC programme and deliverables to: - communicate the impact, value and learning - inform Health Board sustainability plans for RDCs across Wales - inform future developments and programme approaches within the Wales Cancer Network - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL483904 Consultancy work in relation to the evaluation of the all-Wales Rapid Diagnosis Clinics Programme - NHS Procurement Wales, on behalf of the Wales Cancer Network, wishes to invite proposals for the evaluation of the all-Wales Rapid Diagnosis Clinics (RDC) programme. Evaluation is an integral part of the work we do within the Wales Cancer Network, and we use findings to facilitate learning, drive service improvement, inform future programme development, and guide decision-making. We are committed to assessing whether we have achieved our objectives and the processes which led to success (or not). The RDC programme is a national initiative supporting Health Boards in Wales to provide General Practitioners (GPs) with a referral pathway and RDC to investigate vague symptoms that may be caused by cancer. The programme commenced in December 2020 and is due to complete in March 2023. A Rapid Diagnosis Clinic (RDC) provides a diagnostic route for patients with non-specific but concerning (vague) symptoms who do not fit into a standard Suspected Cancer Pathway, because of the absence of clear 'red flag' symptoms. RDCs aims to: - Support earlier diagnosis for patients with vague, non-specific symptoms that could be cancer - Reduce cancer diagnoses via emergency presentations - Improve overall patient health outcomes by detecting cancer earlier - Improve patient and GP experience - Identify and manage other serious non-malignant disease or those at risk of developing serious illness The aim of the evaluation is to provide an independent assessment of the RDC programme and deliverables to: - communicate the impact, value and learning - inform Health Board sustainability plans for RDCs across Wales - inform future developments and programme approaches within the Wales Cancer Network ## Notice URLs - http://NWSSP.Cardiff.Procurement@wales.nhs.uk - http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/ - http://www.procurement.wales.nhs.uk - https://api.sell2wales.gov.wales/v1?lang=cy/Notice?id=ocds-kuma6s-125696 - https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/home.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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