Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
The NHS Commissioning Board (operating under the name of NHS England)
2nd Floor, Rutland House
Runcorn
WA7 2ES
Contact
Procurement Manager
england.commercialqueries@nhs.net
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UK - United Kingdom
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Ministry or any other national or federal authority
one.5) Main activity
Health
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
National Diabetes Prevention Programme FW3 - PIN & Market Engagement
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 85100000 - Health services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
NHS England will be seeking to appoint up to 5 providers to a new framework (Framework 3) to continue to deliver a behaviour change programme nationally, with the ability to offer face to face, digital (app web based) and remote (video/tele conferencing) service delivery. This new framework will also aim to:• Widen access and choice of prevention services, particularly for working age and younger cohorts, rural communities, and individuals who experience health inequalities and inequity in access in communities;• Continue improving retention on courses to maximise benefit;• Ensure continued universal availability of services for the benefit of citizens;• Encourage innovation to improve quality and effectiveness of services; and• Achieve best value for money and sustainability of services.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £100,000,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 85120000 - Medical practice and related services
- 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services
- 75200000 - Provision of services to the community
- 85141000 - Services provided by medical personnel
- 98336000 - Training, workout or aerobic services
- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 85312320 - Counselling services
- 85312320 - Counselling services
- 85323000 - Community health services
- 98300000 - Miscellaneous services
- 98334000 - Wellness services
- 98300000 - Miscellaneous services
- 85100000 - Health services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NHS DPP Framework 2 expires in April 2022 and in response NHSE is commencing the re-procurement process for Framework 3. This is in order to continue to expand the scale of the programme, build on experience and learning, support patient choice and continue to improve access to the programme. The following options are being explored: Intervention channel options A clear principle in re-procuring prevention services is that face to face (in person) services, which are based on best evidence, remain sustainable and all potential participants are offered this choice. Intervention options to include:1a) Group Face to Face (F2F) services (with flexibility to “catch up” through remotely delivered versions of F2F sessions) 1b) A range of remote / virtual group video-conference services (with telephony delivery for those who prefer)2) A range of digital services (online and/or app-based delivery models)3) For specific populations (to improve equality of access for certain groups in need of a more tailored service).
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
1 September 2021
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: No
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
Tackling diabetes continues to be one of the biggest healthcare challenges of our time, as the number of people with Type 2 diabetes continues to rise. It is estimated that over five million people in England are at high risk of developing Type 2 diabetes with that number rising every year. It is a serious condition that can lead to devastating complications for those affected including amputation, blindness, kidney disease, stroke and heart disease Estimates suggest that the number of people with diabetes will rise to 4.2 million by 2030, affecting almost 9% of the population.In 2016 NHS England in partnership with Public Health England (PHE) and Diabetes UK launched the ‘Healthier You’ NHS Diabetes Prevention programme (NHS DPP). The first national Type 2 diabetes prevention service aimed at reducing the increasing prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes. The identification and referral of people at risk is undertaken by primary care, and individuals aged 18 years or over who have ‘non-diabetic hyperglycaemia’, which is established by a blood test, are eligible for the service. This is defined as having an HbA1c of 42 – 47 mmol/mol (6.0 – 6.4%) or an FPG of 5.5 – 6.9 mmol/l within the 12 months prior to referral onto the Service.The current Framework 2 Agreement was procured in 2019 and expires in April 2022. NHS England is giving prior notice of the intention to procure a new framework agreement, to run for 3 years with an option to extend for a further year. The NHS DPP programme delivers behavioural change interventions which are predominantly group based, providing personalised support to participants. The service is commissioned by NHS England and is available within all Integrated Care Systems (ICS) for people with a diagnosis of non-diabetic hyperglycaemia or a previous history of Gestational Diabetes. People with a diagnosis of diabetes are not eligible. Individuals who meet the eligibility criteria are offered a behavioural intervention over 9 months to support them to reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes through achieving a healthy weight, improving nutrition and increasing levels of physical activity.In response to the COVID-19 pandemic from March 2020, all in-person delivery was converted to remote video or teleconference delivery. At this point, new referrals were also offered the choice to access the digital programme (accessed through an App or online).NHSE will be holding a Provider Engagement webinar on 8th July 2021, please register interest to attend by accessing the following link: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome NHSE would also welcome Providers initial views, a survey is now available until 13th July 2021 for complete. Through the Atamis Portal under the opportunity – NDPP FW3 PIN & Market EngagementTo find out more about the programme visit NHS England » NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme (NHS DPP)To view previous framework specifications please visit: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/nhs-dpp-national-service-specification/