Ophthalmology Post op (cataract) follow up

Concepts

• taunton
• optician services
• ophthalmology post op
• op
• post
• cataract
• ophthalmology
• somerset nhs foundation trustcontract
• somerset nhs foundation trust
• somerset nhs foundation

Location

Taunton

Description

Post op (cataract) follow up to Somerset patients treated in Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Total Quantity or Scope

The Authority intends to award a contract to an existing provider following Direct Award Process C under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR).The service will provide a post op (cataract) follow up service to patients of Somerset NHS Foundation TrustContract start date: 26 June 2024Contract end date: 31 March 2026Optional 2 x 12-month extension to 31 March 2028.Total contract value: £440,000.00 (inc. optional extension).

Award Detail

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 85160000 - Optician services

Indicators

• Award on basis of price and quality.

Legal Justification

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by 25/06/2024. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.

Other Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by 12 midnight on 25/06/2024 via email to: servicesteam.procurement@SomersetFT.nhs.uk.This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.Decision maker: Head of ServiceNo conflicts of interest were declared.The key criteria were weighted as follows: Quality and innovation (30%), Value (30%), Integration, Collaboration and Service Sustainability (15%), Improving access, reducing health inequalities and facilitating choice (15%); Social Value (10%). Quality and value are the most important factors for this contract, as the Provider will be supporting the department and minimising waiting times.The existing supplier provides a highly accessible service, offering patient choice through local OPTOMS. They have a proven track record, and they are highly likely to be able to satisfy the new contract to a sufficient standard.