Buyer Name: NHS NORFOLK AND WAVENEY INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Buyer Address: 8th Floor, County Hall, Martineau Lane, Norwich, UKH15, NR1 2DH, United Kingdom
Contact Email: nwicb.contractsandprocurement@nhs.net
Buyer Name: NHS NORFOLK AND WAVENEY INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Buyer Address: 8th Floor, County Hall, Martineau Lane, Norwich, UKH15, NR1 2DH, United Kingdom
Contact Email: nwicb.contractsandprocurement@nhs.net
Aural Micro-suctioning service to provide ear wax removal locally, via an inter-practice referral, for more complex cases. Aural Micro-suctioning uses direct microscopic vision with a small suction tube to remove cerumen, discharge and debris present in the ear canal. The delicate ear structures are seen throughout the procedure by the clinician, so this technique is associated with the least risk to the ears and hearing mechanism.
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Lot Description: A recent procurement exercise was subject to challenge and subsequently reviewed by the Independent Patient Choice and Procurement Panel. The ICB has decided to complete an independent review of the previous procurement process ahead of finalising the procurement. An 8 month contract has been awarded to ensure continuity of service is maintained whilst this takes place. For this reason, an urgent award has been made for a Community Aural Microsuction Service for 8 months from 03/05/2025 to 31/12/2025. Acle Medical Partnership will receive approximately £32,640 for 8 months activity, based on an IAP of 81.1% being applied, calculated on last year's activity/cost.
Lot 1 Status: cancelled
Lot 1 Has Options: No
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): To address immediate risks to safety and quality of care
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