Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bfc-3eca-70ba-8bd6-cb09dc914d5c/nhs-e-south-wessex-diabetic-eye-screening-programme-itt closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # NHS E South (Wessex) - Diabetic Eye Screening Programme ITT [South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit](https://tendernation.io/buyers/south-central-and-west-commissioning-support-unit) Estimated value £15,655,000 Published 8 Jun 2016 Deadline Closed 18 Jul 2016 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender NHS England South (Wessex) (the Commissioner) seeks to commission a Diabetic Eye Screening Programme service for patients in Lot 1: North and West Hampshire, Southampton and Isle of Wight and Lot 2: Dorset. This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central & West Commissioning Support Unit (SCWCSU) on behalf of the Commissioners”. The Commissioner is looking for a provider(s) to deliver a high quality service across Dorset, North and West Hampshire, Southampton and Isle of Wight. The aim of the NDESP is to reduce the risk of sight loss amongst people with diabetes by the prompt identification and effective treatment if necessary of sight threatening diabetic retinopathy. In line with the national specification the screening programme must operate a 12 month screening interval for all people with diabetes invited for routine digital screening plus digital surveillance clinics for individuals who require more frequent screening. The Commissioners would like to encourage innovative solutions which will deliver value for money and improved services to patients. The Commissioners seeks from suitably qualified and experienced providers including third sector and social enterprise organisations, private and NHS to provide the NHS Diabetic Eye Screening Programme (NDESP) to patients living and registered in Dorset, North and West Hampshire, Southampton and Isle of Wight. The aim of the contract is to reduce the risk of sight loss amongst people with diabetes by the prompt identification and effective treatment if necessary of sight threatening diabetic retinopathy, at the appropriate stage during the disease process. This will be achieved by delivering evidence-based, population-based screening programmes that: • identify the eligible population and ensure effective delivery with maximum coverage • are safe, effective, of a high quality, externally and independently monitored, and quality assured • lead to earlier detection, appropriate referral, effective treatment and improved outcomes • are delivered and supported by suitably trained, competent, and qualified, clinical and non-clinical staff who, where relevant, participate in recognised on-going CME, Continuous Professional Development (CPD), and Quality Assurance (QA) schemes • have audit embedded in the service. The contract duration will be 4 years and will commence on 1st April 2017. Additional information: Tender documents can be obtained from [in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Home](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Home) Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes [in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/) Read full description ## CPV classification Health and social work services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/c14d1d81-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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