Buyer Name: NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board
Buyer Address: Priory House, Monks Walk, Chicksands, Bedfordshire, UKH25, SG17 5TQ, United Kingdom
Contact Email: blmkicb.contactus@nhs.net
NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board
Buyer Name: NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board
Buyer Address: Priory House, Monks Walk, Chicksands, Bedfordshire, UKH25, SG17 5TQ, United Kingdom
Contact Email: blmkicb.contactus@nhs.net
BLMK ICB are intending to award a contract an existing provider following direct award process C for the following:<br/>- Community Gynaecology Service <br/>- Community Cardiology Service/ <br/>Integrated Community Heart Failure Service <br/>- Integrated Community Respiratory Service
No linked documents found for this notice.
Lot Description: BLMK ICB are intending to award a contract an existing provider following direct award process C for the following:<br/><br/>Community Gynaecology Service: This service provides assessment and treatment for a range of gynaecological conditions in a community setting, aiming to reduce secondary care referrals. The service includes diagnostics, minor procedures, and onward referrals where necessary. It also supports GP education and pathway development. <br/> <br/>Community Cardiology / Integrated Community Heart Failure Service: This dual service offers tiered cardiovascular care, including diagnostics, management plans, and follow-ups for non-acute cardiac conditions. It supports seamless transitions between primary and secondary care, and includes a sub-speciality for heart failure management. The heart failure component focuses on medication optimisation, patient education, and end-of-life planning, with strong MDT collaboration and integration with rehabilitation and hospice services. <br/> <br/>Integrated Community Respiratory Service: A specialist-led service for diagnosing and managing respiratory conditions such as COPD and asthma. It includes spirometry, home oxygen assessments, clinics, and ANP-led reviews. The service promotes early diagnosis, self-management, and integration with smoking cessation, mental health, and rehabilitation services.<br/><br/>The contract is for a period of 2 years from 1st April 2026. The expected lifetime value of the contract is £2,937,019.
Lot 1 Status: cancelled
Lot 1 Has Options: No
Lot 1 Award Criterion (cost): The existing provider is satisfying the original contract and will likely satisfy the proposed contract to a sufficient standard
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