Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board (ICB)
Brooks Close
Lewes
BN7 2FZ
Contact
Stuart Meredith
Country
United Kingdom
Region code
UKJ21 - Brighton and Hove
NHS Organisation Data Service
QNX
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://www.sussex.ics.nhs.uk/
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Health
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Brighton Station Health Centre Walk-In Service and GP List
Reference number
C255036
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 85100000 - Health services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
NOTIFICATION OF INTENTION TO AWARD: NHS Sussex ICB is intending to award a contract following the competitive process of the UK Health Care Services (PSR) Regulations 2023 for Brighton Station Health Centre Walk-In Service and GP List. 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 submitted to the relevant authority via the project (Atamis reference no. C255036) at:
https://healthfamily.force.com/s/Welcome
by midnight (23:59) on 30/10/24. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.
This direct award is for a maximum period of 108 months (84 months + 24 months option to extend)
The service value is £2,373,647 per annum.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.1.7) Total value of the procurement (excluding VAT)
Value excluding VAT: £21,362,823
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 85100000 - Health services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKJ21 - Brighton and Hove
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NOTIFICATION OF INTENTION TO AWARD: NHS Sussex ICB is intending to award a contract following the competitive process of the UK Health Care Services (PSR) Regulations 2023 for Brighton Station Health Centre Walk-In Service and GP List. 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 submitted to the relevant authority via the project (Atamis reference no. C255036) at:
https://healthfamily.force.com/s/Welcome
by midnight (23:59) on 30/10/24. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.
This direct award is for a maximum period of 108 months (84 months + 24 months option to extend)
Contract set to commence 1st April 2025 and end 31st March 2032, with an option to extend by 24 months to end 31st March 2034.
The service value is £2,373,647 per annum. The total maximum contract value for the 7-year Contract is £16,615,529. At the end of the initial contract term the Commissioner will have an extension option for a further 2-year (1 x 24 month) period available which will be awarded at their discretion, giving a maximum possible contract value of £21,362,823 over 9 years (7 plus 2) if the full contract term is fulfilled.
This is an existing service that will be provided by the existing provider.
Description of the services:
The GP Registered List:
The APMS registered list will offer primary care services to patients resident within the practice boundary which comprises the city of Brighton and Hove, who wish to register with the practice. Primary Care services will be delivered in accordance with the national APMS contract, amended annually through a national contract variation. In addition, patients will be offered Locally Commissioned Services as agreed with NHS Sussex. Weight Management Services and Learning Disabilities Health Check Scheme will also be offered to appropriate registered patients.
The walk-in service:
The walk-in service will offer the following services to both registered and non-registered patients resident in Brighton and Hove, and those visiting the city.
Mainly walk-in consultations minor illness and minor injury diagnosis and treatment
• a multi-disciplinary team and/or approach
• directly bookable appointments into the service from NHS111
• directly bookable capability into other services for urgent onward referral
• health promotion, signposting, information on self-directed referrals and social prescribing capability
• support, advice, and information on registering with a GP practice if not already registered
• real time data on appointments and service capacity available to patients and the wider system.
Service Aims
• Provide timely primary care medical services to registered patients who are resident in the practice boundary area of Brighton and Hove.
• Improve access to urgent primary care for the communities of, and visitors to, Brighton and Hove via a walk-in service.
• Reduce the need for unheralded attendance at ED and UTC ensuring patients are seen in the most appropriate setting for their needs.
• Support primary care resilience in the city.
• Integrate with other services in the city in the development of Integrated Care Teams and the ongoing development of the Deans and Central Brighton Primary Care Network (PCN).
The contract award criteria are specified in the procurement documents.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: The contract award criteria are specified in the procurement documents. / Weighting: 90
Price - Weighting: 10
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: No
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure
Notice number: 2024/S 000-012247
Section five. Award of contract
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
15 October 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 10
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Practice Plus Group Urgent Care Limited
Hawker House 5-6 Napier Court Napier Road
Reading
RG1 8BW
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKJ11 - Berkshire
Companies House
05232967
The contractor is an SME
No
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: £21,362,823
Total value of the contract/lot: £21,362,823
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional 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 standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by midnight on Wednesday 30th October 2024 via the project (Atamis reference number: C255036) at: https://healthfamily.force.com/s/Welcome
This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award a contract under the competitive process of the PSR.
No conflicts of interest were declared.
The award decision maker is the NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board (ICB).
The service evaluation was reviewed against the 5 key criteria:
The key criteria were weighted as follows: Quality and innovation (30%), Value (10%), Integration, Collaboration and Service Sustainability (20%), Improving access, reducing health inequalities and facilitating choice (30%); Social Value (10%).
Quality & Innovation: This criterion shares the heaviest weighting and reflects our commitment to delivering a service of the highest quality. It emphasises the importance of innovation and adaptability in meeting the evolving needs of patients while maintaining excellence in service delivery.
Value: The criterion of "Value" holds significant importance as it underscores the necessity of achieving optimal value for public investment in a GP registered list and walk-in clinic. It is essential to ensure that resources are utilised efficiently and effectively to deliver sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective services.
Integration, Collaboration, and Service Sustainability: This criterion shares the second heaviest weighting, highlighting the critical role of integration and collaboration in enhancing health service delivery. It emphasises the importance of establishing cohesive system partnerships between providers, the local authority, acute services and with educational establishments to ensure the sustainability and long-term viability of the service.
Improving Access, Reducing Health Inequalities, and Facilitating Choice: Also assigned the heaviest weighting, this criterion underscores our commitment to promoting equitable access to healthcare services for all patients, including children and young people. It emphasises the importance of addressing health inequalities and enhancing patient choice, ultimately leading to improved health outcomes for all.
Social Value: While weighted the lightest among the criteria, "Social Value" remains a crucial consideration in our evaluation process. It recognises the potential impact of service changes on the local healthcare workforce and their contributions to broader social, economic, and environmental improvements in the community.
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board
Sackville House, Brooks Close
Lewes
BN7 2FZ
Country
United Kingdom
Internet address
six.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures
NHS England
Skipton House, 80 London Road
London
SE1 6LH
Country
United Kingdom