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NHS North West London Integrated Care Board is inviting expressions of interest from suitably experienced and capable providers for the Provision of Primary Medical Services (General Practice) under APMS contract arrangements for Hillingdon Locality in NWL. This PIN seeks the views and opinions of those organisations that may be interested in delivering the Service. To show your interest in this opportunity you are invited to review the draft Service Specification, complete and submit the Market Engagement Questionnaire (MEQ). Additional information: This Prior Information Notice for the Provision of Primary Medical Services (General Practice) under APMS contract arrangements for Hillingdon Locality in the Market Engagement Questionnaire and the draft Specification, relates to the ICB's intention to establish a Service contract for up to five years with the option to extend for an additional five years, plus five more years (5+5+5), pending NHS England approval, up to a maximum contract duration of 15 years, with an indicative overall total contract value of approximately £38,300,000 (including extensions). Interested parties will not be prejudiced by any response or failure to respond to this Market Engagement Exercise and a response to this notice does not guarantee any invitation to participate in any future public procurement process that the Contracting Authority may conduct. However, the Contracting Authority may reasonably conclude a lack of capable market interest in the absence of responses to this questionnaire.

NHS NW London ICB requires the provision of Stroke Recovery Services in the borough of Harrow from 1st September 2023 for up to 24 months. The current service is being delivered by Stroke Association. The ICB is currently of the view that Stroke Association is the only capable provider to successfully deliver this service within the budget restrictions of £35,000.00 per annum due to the fact that they focus exclusively on stroke and provide a wide range of stroke support services to meet the needs of stroke survivors and carers. Stroke Association funds research into stroke prevention, treatment and after-care in the UK and findings from the research are crucial in the search for new ways to prevent a stroke happening, find new or improve existing treatments for those people who have a stroke, and understand how the brain works and changes after a stroke. The Stroke Recovery Service supports stroke patients in the period of their lives following their acute rehabilitation. The service offers a needs-led, holistic model for supporting stroke recovery. It identifies the practical, emotional and physical needs of stroke survivors, their families and carers by coordinating the appropriate recovery support as they move from hospital to home and into the longer term. This enables stroke survivors to achieve their recovery goals and live their best possible life after a stroke. The service bridges the gap between acute care and reintegration into the community, helping service users navigate available services, receive support to access these services, and regain independence. The Stroke Recovery Service provides stroke survivors, their families and carers with high-quality information, emotional support and practical assistance post-stroke and Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA). If it is the case that Stroke Association is the only capable provider to deliver the service, the ICB intends to award a further contract for up to 24 months from 1st September 2023 (estimated value for 24 months: £75,000.00, NHS Standard Contact, shorter-form). Capable providers may come forward by 17:00 on 31st May 2023 to engage with the ICB via nhsnwl.contracting@nhs.net. In your response to this opportunity, in up to 500 words, kindly demonstrate your capability to provide this service in the borough of Harrow. The ICB is committed to assess the needs of the service users & consider how (if relevant) it needs to secure the needs of the people who use the services, & improve the quality & efficiency in the provision of the services including through the services being provided in an integrated way.

NHS North West London ICB requires the provision of a North West London (NW London) wide 24/7 access to in and out of hours community pharmacy service. The aim of the service is for local community pharmacists to operate a rota and be on call to keep available for dispensing a stock of date-valid palliative care drugs for residents of NW London. This will provide service users with prompt access to a range of palliative care and specialist medications when they are required, the demand for these specialist medicines maybe urgent and / or unpredictable. This service will be accessible and provided to all patients who present to the provider with a legally valid NHS prescription for the medication listed in the agreed formulary. The ICB currently has a contract in place with the Middlesex Pharmacy Group (MPG). MPG consists of Brent and Harrow, Hillingdon, Ealing, Hammersmith and Fulham and Hounslow Local Pharmaceutical Committees (LPC'S) and are responsible for holding the alliance contract with the participating pharmacies for these boroughs for which they are paid a management fee. The ICB is of the view that MPG is the only capable provider to deliver the 24/7 access in and out of hour service across all North West London Boroughs. The purpose of this notice is to be transparent about NHS NW London ICB's intention to initiate a new contract with MPG for a period of 12 months, beyond April 2023, to the estimated total value of £65,000.00 (NHS Standard Contract - shorter form). Should your organisation be interested and capable to deliver this service, please submit your interest via nhsnwl.contracting@nhs.net and include a 300 word summary of how your organisation would be able to deliver the service. The deadline for submission is 17:00 on 11th May 2023. KEY REQUIREMENTS PROVIDED BELOW. Additional information: CONTINUED: Key requirements include: The provider will manage and operate a rota of participating pharmacies that will be required to stock an identified range of specialist medicines dispensed against presentation of an NHS prescriptions in and out of hours. The rota will cover the out-of hour's period defined as weekdays from closing time of the pharmacy on call to 9am the following morning, and all weekends and bank holidays. The provider will settle pharmacy participant claims for expired drugs and call-out fees without the need to repeatedly request POs from the ICB. The ICB will agree with local stakeholders the medicines formulary and stock levels required to deliver this service. If the participating pharmacy is not able to dispense the required medication within a reasonable timeframe, or at least on the same day, the pharmacy must make arrangements on behalf of the service user or carer for another pharmacy locally to dispense the required medication (e.g. telephone another local pharmacy on the list of pharmacies providing in hours palliative drugs service or wholesalers to check they have the required medications, help to get the prescription sourced The provider will monitor that the participating pharmacy undertake monthly date checking and stock review as expected. The provider will inform out of hours providers accordingly if the pharmacy contractors inform them of difficulty obtaining drugs on the formulary. The ICB will provide a framework for the provider to record relevant service information for the purposes of audit and the claiming of payment. The ICB is committed to assessing the needs of the service users and considering how it should meet those needs, and improving the quality, efficiency and integration of services.

NHS North West London ICB requires the provision of various Hillingdon Borough based Enhanced Primary Care Services to continue covering its registered population from 1st April 2023. This service can only be delivered by a provider with access to the PCN member practices registered list of patients. The contract comprises of the care home and care connection team services and are outcomes based that focus on improving clinical outcomes, driving improvements in the consistency of care provision, reduce unwarranted and reduce health and care inequalities for the population it serves. Services will benefit the PCNs GP member practices populations. NHS NW London ICB is of the view that The Confederation CIC, that is a legal entity in Hillingdon borough, is the only provider capable of delivering these services because the provider has access to the PCN member practices registered list of patients. This enables the provider to proactively identify patients and have access to the entire patient medical record. It also enables continuity of care and provision of services at a location closer to the patient's home. The purpose of this notice is to be transparent about NHS NW London ICB's intention to initiate a new contract with The Confederation CIC (NHS Standard Contract) for a period of one (1) year (estimated value £2,372,248 per annum). The ICB is committed to assessing the needs of the service users and considering how it should meet those needs, and improving the quality, efficiency and integration of services.

NHS North West London ICB requires the provision of HIV Specialist Community Service. This service is to be provided to the 8 North West London boroughs. The aim of the service is to provide specialised & individually tailored treatment for individuals with HIV who, have a cognitive impairment, HIV-related brain injuries or complex physical rehabilitation needs. The service is currently being delivered by Mildmay Hospital. The ICB's view is that Mildmay Hospital is the only capable provider to deliver a service covering all NWL residents & supporting Neuro-cognitive impairment (HNCI) as well as complex physical rehabilitation for patients with HIV in the appropriate facilities (20+ beds to facilitate stays of 30 days+). The ICB seeks to be transparent in its intention to award a further 12 month contract from 1st May 2023 to Mildmay Hospital up to a total estimated value of £208,000 (with 50% funded on a block & the remainder cost & volume based). Recognising the historic trend with small patient volumes of activity fluctuating year by year we intend to ensure some tolerance for under/over performance is reflected in the contract. The form of contract used will be the NHS Standard Contract 2023/24 particulars (shorter-form). Requirements for participation: -Appropriate facilities with minimum requirement of 20 beds & ability to facilitate 30 days length of stay or over. -The inpatient unit will provide physiotherapy, occupational therapy, psychological therapies, speech & language therapies, dietician services, psychiatry, counselling, social care & chaplaincy. Following admission, all patients with cognitive impairment will have a 28-day assessment to affect a comprehensive review of rehabilitation needs. -The service is to offer integrated assessment & rehabilitation services which can be delivered on an inpatient & outpatient basis. -Cater for HIV patients requiring the service are those with complex physical rehabilitation needs & HIV Associated Neurocognitive Disorder (HAND). Capable providers may come forward by 17:00 on 25th April 2023 via: nhsnwl.contracting@nhs.net - Suppliers must evidence appropriate facilitates & staffing arrangements. FURTHER DETAILS PROVIDED BELOW. Additional information: CONTINUED: Other requirements: -Assessing immediate & primary symptom management needs & treat as appropriate with constant evaluation & review. -Developing an individual plan of care for the individual in consultation & agreement with the Clinical Nurse Specialist & the key stakeholders. -Customising a comprehensive & coordinated package of care for patients. -Ensuring the patient's care team, (medical, nursing, social worker & care-giver) are consulted on relevant decisions about the care of the individual & provided with an updated at discharge. -Offer dedicated services to patients who meet the acceptance criteria. Patients suitable for the service will have access to a merged service for Neuro-cognitive impairment (HNCI) & complex physical rehabilitation. The service provider should ensure: -Clinical staff join & maintain membership with their own specialist HIV related affiliated groups as well as more generic groups whose work could or may influence best practice. -The service should continue to provide an effective specialist service for people with HIV by ensuring that all clinical staff are up-to date within their own specialism & also with changes to care & legislation affecting people with HIV. The ICB is committed to assess the needs of the service users & consider how it needs to secure the needs of the people who use the services, & improve the quality & efficiency in the provision of the services including through the services being provided in an integrated way.

This notice is further to information that was published on Contracts Finder on 19th August 2022 (https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e9d9afc-c711-4c12-bf07-efae1b8a3910).<br/><br/>NHS North West London Integrated Care Board (NWL ICB) are finalising their intentions to procure a new Integrated Musculoskeletal (MSK) Clinical Assessment and Treatment Service for North West London, and wish to conduct further market engagement to seek the views and opinions of those organisations that may be interested in providing the future service, based on the Draft Service Specification and commercial assumptions.<br/><br/>To participate, please return your completed Market Engagement Feedback Form via Atamis, by noon on Friday, 21st April 2023.<br/><br/>Your involvement in this engagement exercise is not a mandatory requirement for participation in any potential future procurement; however, responses received will assist to inform as to the level of interest from the market and will be used to evidence a decision as to the most appropriate process to award a contract for the new MSK service.<br/><br/>CONFIRMATION OF YOUR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST IS THEREFORE IMPORTANT.

NHS NW London ICB requires the provision of Hospital to Home Services in Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster and Hammersmith & Fulham starting 1 April 2023. The aim of the service is to help people safely discharged home where they do not have a carer/ someone (e.g. family) who can look after them & they do not fall under statutory services remit but require support. This is generally for patients at risk of re-admission who would benefit from support at home. Patients will need practical & emotional to help them settle at home & reduce the risk of them being readmitted into hospital. The service is currently being delivered by British Red Cross. The future service is required for a period of up to 2 years (1 year + extension option of 1 year), from 1 April 2023. If British Red Cross is the only capable provider, the ICB intends to award a further contract for up to 24 months from 1 April 2023 (estimated value £409,766, NHS Standard contract (shorter-form). Service users would include residents registered with a Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster and Hammersmith & Fulham GP, over 60 years of age, deemed medically optimised, at risk of re-admission & who would benefit from extra support at home. The provider must: -Accept 87-93 referrals per borough per quarter, support 348-372 vulnerable older people per borough annually -Provide 4 home visits (unless preference by phone) -Support patients for 4 weeks -Complete initial visit within 48 hours of discharge -Ensure that 70% of service users are not re-admitted within 28 days of discharge from hospital -Report health & well-being improvements of service users & report on bed days saved in line -Make referral to statutory services where required -Have strong relationships with Imperial & ChelWest Support offered: -Shopping/food in fridge -Preparing meals/ drinks -Basic housing issues support (such as hoarding & light essential cleaning) -Topping-up gas & electricity meters -Signposting to voluntary & community services -Providing non-specialist support, inclusive of homeless patients, by helping them to access relevant services -Providing & or signposting to income/benefits advice -Providing emotional support settling at home -Supporting isolation & lack of social networks The ICB is committed to assess the needs of the service users & consider how it needs to secure the needs of the people who use the services, & improve the quality & efficiency in the provision of the services including through the services being provided in an integrated way. Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster and Hammersmith & Fulham based capable providers may come forward by 17:00 on 13th April 2023 to engage with the ICB. In your response to this opportunity, please advise your interest & demonstrate capacity & capability to deliver this service via: nhsnwl.contracting@nhs.net

NHS North West London requires the provision of an Autism Support Advice & Inclusion Service to deliver a peer-led support, advice & signposting service for autistic people without a learning disability aged 14 & over. One of the key features of this service is that it will be delivered by people with lived experience of autism, & shaped, tested, & evaluated by the autistic people & families who use it. The contract term is for a three (3) year period, with an optional extension period of two (2) years, starting 1st July 2023 with an estimated contract value of £450,000 inclusive of VAT. A mobilisation period of 1 month will be applied prior to the commencement of the start date. NHS NW London is looking to tender this opportunity via an Atamis portal in the coming weeks. This procurement process is subject to the so-called light touch regime as set out in regulations 74-76 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 ("PCR") as the procurement concerns health services which are social & other specific services according to the PCR. This opportunity is likely to be of interest to an organisation from the voluntary, community & social enterprise (VCSE) sector. The service will: -Provide direct face-to-face & virtual pre & post diagnostic support to autistic adults delivered as 1:1 & group sessions. This will include support with communication, executive functioning tasks, budgeting & navigating services. -Deliver group sessions to young people aged 14 to 17. -Offer specialist training & advice to families, employers & professionals (including but not limited to those working across statutory, voluntary & community services within health, social care, education, criminal justice system & advisory settings) to improve autism awareness & acceptance within communities & the wider system. -Develop mechanisms & facilitate sessions to provide opportunities for autistic people to share their views & experiences & contribute to plans to improve specialist & mainstream services & pathways. NHS NW London is committed to assessing the needs of the service users & to consider how (if relevant) it needs to secure the needs of the people who use the services & improve the quality & efficiency in the provision of the services including through the services being provided in an integrated way. The service is currently being delivered by Centre for ADHD & Autism Support (CAAS). To ensure continuity of the current service delivery, an interim contract will be put into place with Centre for ADHD & Autism Support (CAAS) while the procurement process is finalised. Providers capable of delivering this service may come forward by 17:00, Friday, 24th March 2023 to engage with NHS NW London ICB. In your response to this opportunity, please advise your interest via nhsnwl.contracting@nhs.net The FTS Notice link is: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008029-2023

NHS North West London requires the provision of an Autism Support Advice & Inclusion Service to deliver a peer-led support, advice & signposting service for autistic people without a learning disability aged 14 & over. One of the key features of this service is that it will be delivered by people with lived experience of autism, & shaped, tested, & evaluated by the autistic people & families who use it. <br/><br/>The contract term is for a three (3) year period, with an optional extension period of two (2) years, starting 1st July 2023 with an estimated contract value of £450,000 per annum, inclusive of VAT. A mobilisation period of 1 month will be applied prior to the commencement of the start date.<br/><br/>NHS NW London is looking to tender this opportunity via an Atamis portal in the coming weeks. This procurement process is subject to the so-called light touch regime as set out in regulations 74-76 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (“PCR”) as the procurement concerns health services which are social & other specific services according to the PCR. This opportunity is likely to be of interest to an organisation from the voluntary, community & social enterprise (VCSE) sector.

NHS North West London ICB requires the provision of various Enhanced Primary Care Services covering the total registered population across multiple General Practice (GP) and Primary Care Network (PCN) sites from 1st April 2023. The contract term will be (3) years with the option to extend by a further two (2) year period, until 31st March 2028. The contracts have been designed to deliver a range of enhanced primary care services via 45 PCNs, via the lead practice or where the PCN has formed a legal entity, (with GP practices subcontractors) in each of the 8 boroughs in North West London. Full patient population coverage has been made central to improve local care and reduce variability in people's outcomes. This will ensure that every patient has access to the range of services offered. Specifications within the contracts are for out of hospital services to include services such as phlebotomy, ECG, diabetes, mental health and are outcomes based. PCN level contracts have been designed to focus on improving clinical outcomes, driving improvements in the consistency of care provision in all GP practices, reduce unwarranted variation in general practice and reduce health and care inequalities for the whole population it serves. The contracts are delivered at PCN level (with GP practices subcontractors) to enable delivery of the full range of services covered by the contracts and full patient population coverage. NHS NW London ICB currently has contract arrangements in place with GP practices and with some GP Federations where services are delivered at scale through NHS Standard Contracts. These contract terms expires on 31st March 2023. NHS NW London ICB is of the view that the PCNs, via a lead practice or where they are a legal entity, in the 8 boroughs of North West London are the only providers capable of delivering these services because the member practices have access to the registered list of patients. This enables them to proactively identify patients and have access to the entire patient medical record. This enables continuity of care and provision of services at a location closer to the patient's home. The purpose of this notice is to set out NHS NW London ICB's intentions to initiate new PCN level contracts (NHS Standard Contract) for a period of three (3) years with the option to extend by a further two (2) year period, until 31st March 2028 (estimated value £68,300,000 per annum). The ICB is committed to assessing the needs of the service users and considering how it should meet those needs, and improving the quality, efficiency and integration of services.

NHS North West London ICB requires the provision of various Enhanced Primary Care Services<br/>covering the total registered population across multiple General Practice (GP) and Primary Care Network (PCN) sites from 1st April 2023. The contract term will be (3) years with the option to extend by a further two (2) year period, until 31st March 2028.<br/><br/>The contracts have been designed to deliver a range of enhanced primary care services via 45 PCNs, via the lead practice or where the PCN has formed a legal entity, (with GP practices subcontractors) in each of the 8 boroughs in North West London. Full patient population coverage has been made central to improve local care and reduce variability in people's outcomes. This will ensure that every patient has access to the range of services offered.<br/> <br/>Specifications within the contracts are for out of hospital services to include services such as phlebotomy, ECG, diabetes, mental health and are outcomes based.<br/><br/>PCN level contracts have been designed to focus on improving clinical outcomes, driving improvements in the consistency of care provision in all GP practices, reduce unwarranted variation in general practice and reduce health and care inequalities for the whole population it serves.<br/><br/>The contracts are delivered at PCN level (with GP practices subcontractors) to enable delivery of the full range of services covered by the contracts and full patient population coverage.

NHS North West London ICB requires the provision of an integrated consultant-led community respiratory service in Hounslow. The ICB is looking to tender this opportunity via a closed below threshold procedure via the Atamis e-procurement portal which will be launched in the next few weeks. Key requirements include provision of a: -Pulmonary Rehabilitation Service -Home Oxygen Assessment Service -Community-based specialist Nursing & Consultant Service -Chest Rehabilitation Objectives of the service are to: 1. Provide an integrated care service where the Provider will work with other services/stakeholders, to ensure continuity of care is provided to the patients with chronic respiratory conditions, e.g. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) 2. Ensure pulmonary rehabilitation is accessible to all individuals with chronic respiratory conditions e.g. COPD 3. Provide a systematic & integrated assessment & review of patients on home oxygen (HOS AR) 4. Provide recently discharged COPD patients with support so that they can self-manage their condition & avoid re-admission 5. Reduce non-elective admission to hospital for those patients with diagnosed COPD, i.e. -Through advising primary care (General Practices) on the early identification of deterioration at primary care level -Following-up identified discharged patients to promote health & improve self-management -By facilitating referral into Pulmonary Rehabilitation, oxygen services & other related services as appropriate -By proactively identifying the COPD patients either via SystmOne (S1) search or using WSIC dashboard & offering support to manage any exacerbation 6. Empower patients & carers to self-manage their condition & make informed choices through improving their knowledge & education provision as required 7. Provide a chest physiotherapy service for patients with chronic respiratory conditions 8. Provide a service to patients over 18 years of age & registered with Hounslow GPs The ICB is committed to assessing the needs of the service users & to consider how it needs to secure the needs of the people who use the services & improve the quality & efficiency in the provision of the services including through the services being provided in an integrated way. The service is required in the borough of Hounslow for a twelve (12) month period plus the option to extend for a six (6) month starting 1st October 2023 with a maximum affordability contract value of £312,686 inclusive of VAT in Year 1 & £163,976 inclusive of VAT in Year 2. A mobilisation period will be applied prior to the commencement of the start date. The NHS Standard Contract (short-form 23/24) will be used. Providers capable of delivering this service in Hounslow may come forward by 17:00 on 31st March 2023 to engage with NHS NW London ICB. In your response to this opportunity, please advise your interest & demonstrate capacity & capability to deliver this service via: nhsnwl.contracting@nhs.net

NHS NW London ICB requires the provision of Community Specialist Palliative and End of Life Care Services for adults (18+) living with progressive life limiting/ terminal conditions with or without co-morbidities; such as but not limited to irreversible organ failures of heart, liver, kidney; cancer, complex neurological conditions, HIV/Aids; from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024. These services are currently being delivered by the organisations set out below (contract values as per 22/23): -Harlington Hospice (Hillingdon): £933,606 -St John's Hospice (Brent): £276,970 -St John's Hospice (Triborough): £2,047,974 -St Luke's Hospice (Harrow & Brent): £720,951+ £1,072,111 -Marie Curie Hampstead Hospice (Brent): £114,107 -Marie Curie Nursing Services (EOL Rapid response and Planned variable nursing services - Hounslow): £213,932 The current total contract value of the above contracts is £5,379,651. The estimated total contract value for the 12 month period from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024 is £5,508,760. The purpose of this notice is to be transparent in the ICB's intentions to award a further contract to these organisations, being the only capable providers. The contract version used will be the NHS Standard Contract (Shorter-Form) Particulars. The ICB is of the view that the services described are capable of being provided only by the providers mentioned in this notice, and are not aware of other providers who can deliver the required level or care and services at the current tariffs and who have estates in the areas where services need to be delivered. The described charitable hospice services are partially funded by the service providers including charitable contributions. The funding envelope available is based on continuation of charitable funding to support delivery of specialist palliative care services, in line with the stated aims of the charitable hospice sector. For a provider to be able to apply, they need to be able to demonstrate that they have the appropriate estates (i.e. hospice inpatient unit facilities), are specialist palliative care providers with the necessary specialist workforce in line with the conditions of participation set out in the FTS notice. The ICB is committed to assess the needs of the service users and consider how it needs to secure the needs of the people who use the services, and improve the quality and efficiency in the provision of the services including through the services being provided in an integrated way. Capable providers can submit their interest by 17:00 on 31 March 2023 via nhsnwl.contracting@nhs.net and include a 300-500 word summary of how your organisation meets the set out condition of participation in the FTS PIN notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006242-2023 In absence of competition, a further 12 month contract will be awarded to the providers set out above.

NHS NW London ICB requires the provision of Community Specialist Palliative and End of Life Care Services for adults (18+) living with progressive life limiting/ terminal conditions with or without co-morbidities; such as but not limited to irreversible organ failures of heart, liver, kidney; cancer, complex neurological conditions, HIV/Aids; from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024.<br/><br/>These services are currently being delivered by the organisations set out below (contract values as of 22/23):<br/>-Harlington Hospice (Hillingdon): £933,606<br/>-St John’s Hospice (Brent): £276,970<br/>-St John’s Hospice (Triborough): £2,047,974<br/>-St Luke’s Hospice (Harrow & Brent): £720,951+ £1,072,111<br/>-Marie Curie Hampstead Hospice (Brent): £114,107<br/>-Marie Curie Nursing Services (EOL Rapid response and Planned variable nursing services – Hounslow): £213,932<br/><br/>The current total contract value of the above contracts is £5,379,651. The estimated total contract value for the 12 month period (1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024) is £5,508,760. The purpose of this notice is to be transparent in the ICB’s intentions to award a further contract to these organisations, being the only capable providers. The contract version used will be the NHS Standard Contract (Shorter-Form) Particulars.<br/><br/>The ICB is of the view that the services described are capable of being provided only by the providers mentioned in this notice, and are not aware of other providers who can deliver the required level or care and services at the current tariffs and who have estates in the areas where services need to be delivered. The described charitable hospice services are partially funded by the service providers including charitable contributions. The funding envelope available is based on continuation of charitable funding to support delivery of specialist palliative care services, in line with the stated aims of the charitable hospice sector. For a provider to be able to apply, they need to be able to demonstrate that they have the appropriate estates (i.e. hospice inpatient unit facilities), are specialist palliative care providers with the necessary specialist workforce in line with the conditions of participation set out in the notice.<br/><br/>Should your organisation be interested and capable to deliver this service in the required location(s), please submit your interest via nhsnwl.contracting@nhs.net and include a 300-500 word summary of how your organisation meets the set out condition of participation set out in the FTS PIN notice. Capable providers may come forward by 17:00 on 31 March 2023. In absence of competition, a further 12 month contract will be awarded to the providers set out above.<br/><br/>Main components of the Specialist Level Palliative Care (SLPC) services:<br/>-Delivered by a Specialist Level Palliative Care Multidisciplinary Team (SLPC MDT) with the requisite qualifications, expertise and experience in offering care<br/>-Specialist knowledge (specialist consultant and specialist nursing services as a minimum) to assess and manage physical, psychological, social, religious and spiritual needs to reduce symptoms, suffering and distress<br/>-Providing 24/7 specialist telephone advice<br/>-Community SPC nursing<br/>-Providing education and training to the wider care team who are providing direct core level palliative care to the person<br/>-Supporting complex assessment and symptom management<br/>-Coordinated home support with general providers to enable patients to stay at home day care services<br/>-Hospice inpatient beds, Hospice At Home, Hospice outpatient, day and other wellbeing services<br/>-Family & Carer support<br/>-Bereavement support<br/><br/>Please refer to the Conditions Of Participation section below.

NHS NW London ICB requires the provision of North Kensington (NK) Digital Archiving Services from 3rd April 2023 until mid July 2023 (estimated value: £30,000.00 excluding VAT). The ICB is seeking interest from capable providers. The digital archivist will work in partnership with the Head of Programme Management Office - NK Recovery & NK Recovery Consultant Disaster Recovery Expert to produce a chronicle of events since the night of the Grenfell Tower fire. The scope of the exercise will encompass all NK Recovery digital records that exist from the night of the Grenfell Tower fire - 14th June 2017 to the present day. There are estimated to be 60,000 files. However, not all files are within scope. It is the responsibility of the Provider undertaking the digital preservation project to: -Provide options as to the most appropriate way to complete the project. (i.e. Indexing, Metadata, Advice on hosting (as required), Storage format i.e. documents.) -Work with the stakeholder group/board to agree the process for undertaking the project. -Work with key stakeholders to provide a complete timeline of events, activities & decisions from the time of the fire to present day. -Operate within the digital structure & framework of the ICB to create a digital archive. The chronicle will consider: 1. Governance -Commissioning of Grenfell related services, specifically respiratory, mental health & children & young people services. -Financial assurance processes. 2. Interface with the Grenfell-affected community The aims of the project are to: -Create a chronicle of events following the Grenfell Tower fire to preserve organisational knowledge for future use. -Establish governance procedures for the commissioning of NK Recovery services. -Ascertain community interface to inform community services. The objectives of the exercise are as follows: -Identification of events in the aftermath of the Grenfell Tower fire to inform a chronicle of events. -Identification & preservation of digital records to support the chronicle. -Identify governance processes utilised to inform commissioning decisions. -Identify financial processes utilised to inform commissioning decisions. -Establish decision making for the commissioning of initial Grenfell related health & wellbeing services & subsequent NK Recovery services. -Identify where community engagement was utilised to inform commissioning decisions. The ICB is committed to assess the needs of the service users & consider how (if relevant) it needs to secure the needs of the people who use the services, & improve the quality & efficiency in the provision of the services including through the services being provided in an integrated way. Capable providers may come forward by 17:00 hours on 1st March 2023. In your response to this opportunity, please confirm your interest to deliver this service via: nhsnwl.contracting@nhs.net

NHS NW London ICB requires the provision of Men's Shed service for communities in the North Kensington area (NK) from 1st April 2023 to 30th June 2023. The overall aim is to provide people in NK with a globally recognised service to improve self-reported mental wellbeing by providing opportunities for the development of new skills & making a meaningful contribution to the community & increase awareness of other local services & appropriate access routes, reducing reliance on GPs. The service is currently being delivered by ACAVA. The ICB is under the impression that ACAVA is the only capable provider for the proposed 3 month period in the restricted total budget of £7,500. The ICB seeks to be transparent in it's intention to award the contract to ACAVA. Key requirements of this service include: -Provision of a facility local to NK, which adheres to the design & ethos of the internationally recognised 'Men's Shed' concept. See https://menssheds.org.uk/about/#who-we-are. This needs to be an existing location as there is no start up time or costs included. -The service is set within a premises designed like a shed or workshop, to help participants (primarily men aged 55+ living in NK) gain & share practical skills in an active environment. The set-up also facilitates social interaction with the aim that people gain a renewed sense of purpose & belonging, while reducing isolation & feelings of loneliness. -It is intended to support the Grenfell-affected communities of NK deal with the mental health challenges associated with the fire & its aftermath, while enabling independence & building confidence. From 1st July 2023, NHS NWL is planning to implement a 'strategic partner'(SP) model for the provision of physical & emotional self care & wellbeing services in the Westminster & Kensington & Chelsea. The SP would be responsible for managing the distribution of funding to local voluntary & community groups in the Bi-Borough, overseeing service delivery & sub-contractor relations with local VCS providing services. The provider is to demonstrate: -existing, well developed, relationships with local community & voluntary organisations, GP practices & Primary Care Networks, other NHS providers offering services in the area; -relevant local authorities & other providers & systems working to address those affected by the Grenfell tower fire; -a good understanding of the needs of local communities, & evidence the collaborative engagement with local people. The ICB is committed to assess the needs of the service users & consider how it needs to secure the needs of the people who use the services, & improve the quality & efficiency in the provision of the services including through the services being provided in an integrated way. Capable providers may come forward by 17:00 on 14 February 2023. In your response to this opportunity, demonstrate capacity & capability to deliver this service via: https://airtable.com/shr52NBGIuyGSsvoY

NHS NW London ICB requires the provision of Healthier Futures Self-Care & Social Prescribing services for communities in the North Kensington (NK) area from 1st April 2023 to 30th June 2023. The overall aim is to provide people in NK with access to locally provided, culturally specific services that are tailored to the self-care needs of local communities, to improve health & wellbeing in the ongoing recovery from the Grenfell tower fire. The service is currently being delivered by Kensington & Chelsea Social Council (KCSC). The ICB is under the impression that KCSC is the only capable provider for the 3 month period in the restricted total budget of £98,750. The ICB seeks to be transparent in its intention to award the contract to KCSC. Key requirements: -Commissioning local Voluntary & Community Sector (VCS) to provide self-care services to address specific self-care needs identified. -Establishing & managing contracts with organisations chosen to deliver services. -Undertake collaboration & engagement with the local community to ensure changing needs are reflected in service design & provision. -Supporting & training providers to develop their capacity & sustainability. -Design, oversee & iterate pathways into self-care services commissioned, working with communities & partner organisations. -Ensure provision of additional social prescribing link worker roles to manage referral processes. -Manage & grow a network of voluntary & community organisations in NK. From 1st July 2023, NHS NWL is planning to implement a 'strategic partner' model for the provision of physical & emotional self care & wellbeing services in the 'Bi-Borough' area (Westminster & Kensington & Chelsea). The Strategic Partner would be responsible for managing the distribution of funding to local voluntary & community groups in the Bi-Borough, overseeing service delivery & sub-contractor relations with local VCS providing services. Through the below link, the provider is expected to demonstrate existing, well developed, relationships with local community & voluntary organisations, GP practices & Primary Care Networks, other NHS providers offering services in the area, as well as the relevant local authorities & other providers & systems working to address those affected by the Grenfell tower fire. The provider must demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of local communities & evidence the ability to collaborate engagement with local people. The ICB is committed to assess the needs of the service users & consider how (if relevant) it needs to secure the needs of the people who use the services, & improve the quality & efficiency in the provision of the services including through the services being provided in an integrated way. Capable providers may come forward by 17:00 on 24th February 2023. In your response to this opportunity, demonstrate capacity & capability to deliver this service via: https://airtable.com/shr52NBGIuyGSsvoY

NHS NW London ICB requires the provision of Enhanced Health Check services in North Kensington (NK) community venues from 5th February 2023 to 31st March 2024. The overall aim is to address the concerns in the community regarding long term ill health as a result of the Grenfell Tower fire and to provide an early intervention through health promotion to prevent diseases which are prevalent in the NK area. The service is currently being delivered by London Medical Associates (LMA) West London GP Federation. The ICB is under the impression that LMA West London GP Federation is the only capable provider for the proposed period of 25 months (13 months, with an option to extend for a further 12 months). The ICB seeks to be transparent in it's intention to award the contract to LMA West London GP Federation (estimated total value of £382,282). Capable providers that meet the below conditions for participation may respond to this opportunity: -Ability to delivery of Community Enhanced Health Checks - inclusive of mental and physical health checks for children & young people and adults affected by the Grenfell Tower fire. -Management ability of clinical risk; including a clinical audit process. -Ability to manage and deliver an annual recall service for EHCs. -Ability to onward refer to specialist services, as required. -Ability to build, establish and manage relationships with local stakeholders. -Supplier must have access to GP registered patient records and input completed EHC templates onto patient record. Providers need to be able to: -Provide the range of facilities, equipment and resources needed to carry out the screening -Perform first line calibration on all applicable clinical equipment to ensure it is fit for use in line with relevant manufacturer and national and local guidelines. The provider is expected to demonstrate existing, well developed, relationships with local community & voluntary organisations, GP practices & Primary Care Networks, other NHS providers offering services in the area, for those affected by the Grenfell tower fire and wider partners including the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC). The provider must demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of local communities, & evidence the collaborative engagement with local people. The ICB is committed to assess the needs of the service users & consider how (if relevant) it needs to secure the needs of the people who use the services, & improve the quality & efficiency in the provision of the services including through the services being provided in an integrated way. While the ICB considers its procurement options for the service going forward, it may extend its arrangements with the current supplier until a new contract is awarded. Capable providers may come forward by 17:00 on 2nd March 2023. In your response to this opportunity, demonstrate capacity & capability to deliver this service via: https://airtable.com/shr52NBGIuyGSsvoY

NHS North West London Integrated Care Board (NHS NW London ICB) requires the provision of Specialised Domestic Violence Counselling Service for Women from 1st April 2023 to 30th June 2023. The overall aim is to provide a Specialised Domestic Violence Counselling Service for women registered with a GP in Kensington & Chelsea (K&C) & the Queen's Park & Paddington area of Westminster (QPP) in order to improve women's mental & emotional wellbeing & to provide an opportunity to talk about the issues they face. The service is currently being delivered by The Woman's Trust. The ICB is under the impression that The Woman's Trust is the only capable provider to successfully deliver this service across K&C & QPP for the proposed 3 month period in the restricted total budget of £7000. The ICB seeks to be transparent in it's intention to award the contract to The Woman's Trust being the only capable provider. Capable providers that meet the below conditions for participation may respond to this opportunity: 1. For the service to be fully functional by 1st April 2023 in the required area. 2. Provision of accessible one-to-one counselling for women only to help them address the mental health impact of domestic violence, thereby enabling them to regain control, make informed choices for themselves & their children & live free from violence & abuse. Referral would be by professional or self. 3. Provision of initial assessment followed by a defined number of counselling sessions. 4. Provision of one-to-one counselling sessions, group work sessions & workshops. There should be the opportunity to receive the intervention face to face or remotely. Non exhaustive examples of areas to address include: • PTSD • Boundaries • Loss of Sense of Self/Identity • Finding Identity after Domestic Abuse • Letting go of Shame • Developing Self compassion & why it is important • Free Legal Advice Workshop 5. Through the below link, the provider is expected to demonstrate existing, well developed, relationships with local community & voluntary organisations, GP practices & Primary Care Networks, other NHS providers offering services in the area, as well as the relevant local authorities & other providers & systems working to address violence against women & girls. 6. The provider will be expected to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of local communities, & evidence of undertaking collaborative engagement with local people. The ICB is committed to assess the needs of the service users & consider how (if relevant) it needs to secure the needs of the people who use the services, & improve the quality & efficiency in the provision of the services including through the services being provided in an integrated way. Capable providers may come forward by 17:00 on 9th February 2023. In your response to this opportunity, demonstrate capacity & capability to deliver this service via: https://airtable.com/shr52NBGIuyGSsvoY

NHS North West London Integrated Care Board (the ICB) requires the provision of self-care & support for self-management services for the local population in RBKC, Queens Park & Paddington, to improve the health & wellbeing by promoting & providing opportunities for increased access to self-care activities, starting 1st April 2023 to 31st June 2023. The service is currently being delivered by Kensington & Chelsea Social Council (KCSC). The ICB is under the impression that KCSC is the only capable provider to successfully deliver this service for the proposed 3 months within the total budget of £60,000. The ICB seeks to be transparent in it's intention to award the contract to KCSC. This service works closely with the Case Managers & Health & Social Care Assistants to provide services to patients, within a voluntary & community sector setting. Further aims are: • To improve the health & wellbeing of the residents in the West London catchment area (RBKC, Queens Park & Paddington) • To promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle • Increase access to third sector provision to promote overall wellness • Provide opportunities for people with underlying medical conditions to become more active • Equip patients with the knowledge & skills to become better managed with their long term conditions • To promote long-term behaviour change Capable providers that meet the below conditions for participation may respond to this opportunity: 1. For the service to be fully functional by 1st April 2023 in the required area. 2. The provider to demonstrate existing, well developed, relationships with local community & voluntary organisations, GP practices & Primary Care Networks, other NHS providers offering services in the area. 3. The provider to demonstrate a good understanding of the needs of local communities, & evidence of undertaking collaborative engagement with local people. The service continues to develop learning & development whilst ensuring: • Identify self-care provision/activities in the 3rd Sector • Maintain a list of potential self-care providers together with the detail of service provision • Provide a co-ordination service which will supply a list of services available, provide a payment mechanism for the services & will monitor uptake • Commission 3rd Sector organisations to provide self-care services through a mix of block & spot purchasing • Manage & monitor the service uptake & achievement of goals. The ICB is committed to assess the needs of the service users & consider how (if relevant) it needs to secure the needs of the people who use the services, & improve the quality & efficiency in the provision of the services including through the services being provided in an integrated way. Capable providers may come forward by 17:00 on 24th February 2023. In your response to this opportunity, please advise your interest & demonstrate capacity & capability to deliver this service via: https://airtable.com/shr52NBGIuyGSsvoY