VDPS Medical Assessments

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      "date": "2025-12-22T00:00:00Z",
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    "id": "GB-PPON-PRLZ-1599-JGTT",
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    "description": "The Authority requires the provision of medical assessments in relation to the Vaccine Damage Payment Scheme (VDPS). Further information on the scheme can be found here https://www.gov.uk/vaccine-damage-payment/eligibility\nThe services required are for Medical Assessments of the evidence being presented by applicants making a claim under the VDPS. An \u2018Assessment\u2019 is the end-to-end process to assess causation and level of disablement against the medical evidence presented in relation to a Claimant\u2019s health condition and/or disability.\nThe Supplier is required to undertake all appropriate action to complete the assessment. This may include gathering evidence from the most appropriate source, reference, expert, and/or specialist to ensure a definitive view can be provided.\nThe Total Contract Value (Estimated) includes the 2 x 12 month extension periods and excludes any payments to be made to claimants.\nThe contract value over the term my be impacted by the risks called out in the UK04: Tender Notice.",
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    },
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    "procurementMethod": "open",
    "procurementMethodDetails": "Competitive flexible procedure",
    "status": "complete",
    "title": "VDPS Medical Assessments"
  }
}