Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c04-aad3-7189-8a0b-987509ab5cf3/training-packages-to-improve-cancer-screening-uptake-in-people-with-learning-dis closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Training packages to improve cancer screening uptake in people with learning disabilities [NHS North of England Commissioning Support Unit](https://tendernation.io/buyers/nhs-north-of-england-commissioning-support-unit) Estimated value £26,500 Published 8 Oct 2015 Deadline Closed 26 Oct 2015 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - 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 There is evidence that people with a learning disability have a lower uptake in cancer screening programmes compared to the general population. The project aims to reduce inequalities by improving awareness and understanding of screening amongst those with a learning disability and also amongst carers (both paid and unpaid) in Lancashire. Training will also aid the screening providers themselves to understand the needs of the services users and to address reasonable adjustments which can be put in place to improve access for those with a learning disability. NHS England Lancashire and Greater Manchester are seeking expressions of interest from organisations to: Develop and deliver a training package to be delivered to learning disability providers/organisations and screening providers to cascade to screening staff; Develop and deliver a training package which will equip self-advocates with knowledge and information which they can cascade to their peers and encourage people to attend for screening; Develop and produce a resource pack with input from self-advocates. Utilising existing materials and develop new materials where appropriate (e.g. Storyboards) which can be used with carers/ GP practices and service users. Successful applicants will have previous experience in working with people with a learning disability and will work closely with the Screening & Immunisation Team and various stakeholders to develop the training package for the Lancashire population. Training will increase knowledge amongst providers and self-advocates to cascade information about breast cancer screening, cervical cancer screening, bowel cancer screening, diabetic eye screening and abdominal aortic aneurysm screening to encourage uptake in all programmes. Estimated length of the contract: 5 months from start but must be completed by the end of March 2016. ### Contract type: Fixed term Estimated value of the contract: £26,500 Who to contact: ### Carol Ann McElhone ### Public Health Programme Manager NHS England Lancashire and Greater Manchester Preston Business Centre, Watling Street Road, ### Preston, PR2 8YD Direct dial: 01138254782 ### Mobile: 07899065522 ### Email: carolann.mcelhone@nhs.net Submissions should be submitted to by 26 October 2015. 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