Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cba-42af-7149-b82e-88500277382b/midlands-and-lancashire-csu-accreditation-scheme-window-8 closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Midlands and Lancashire CSU Accreditation Scheme - Window 8 [NHS Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit (hosted by NHS England)](https://tendernation.io/buyers/nhs-midlands-and-lancashire-commissioning-support-unit-hosted-by-nhs-england) Estimated value Not stated Published 31 Jul 2023 Deadline Closed 31 Aug 2023 ## 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. - 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 MLCSU is looking for suppliers to act as subcontractors who will contribute and enhance our products and service portfolios. In order to become an accredited MLCSU preferred subcontractor, suppliers will need to clearly demonstrate their willingness and capability to: • provide value-added services in connection with system requirements; • provide both innovative and effective solutions that further develops service and patient outcomes throughout ICSs and ICBs and seek for continual improvement. • positively support MLCSU with their bidding process for future call-off contracts issued under relevant frameworks. • quickly mobilise their products and services in collaboration with the MLCSU in response to any new call off opportunities. • be fully committed, transparent and consistent in their approach to providing effective solutions and resourcing and pricing of their products and services for the duration of our agreement. • enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with MLCSU. • provide clear evidence of their financial standing that meets MLCSU minimum requirements. • willingness to adopt public sector codes of practice and values e.g. social responsibility, and governance. • commence within 60 days of receipt of application. Interested suppliers should note that achieving accreditation does not constitute a guarantee of any volume or spend by NHS Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit. If a supplier is selected to carry out services on behalf of MLCSU, a contract will need to be signed (NHS Standard Contract for Services). The maximum contract value will be below the current Public Contracts Regulations 2015 threshold of £115,633 exc VAT for the life of the contract. Furthermore, the above Contract Start date is subject to change; the commencement of any contract between MLCSU and an accredited sub-contractor will depend upon the specific requirements of the MLCSU. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal [health-family.force.com/s/Welcome](https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome). Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: ### Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: Read full description ## CPV classification Business and management consultancy services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/63bcf4b5-c73d-4f50-aa78-dad5956a66f2) 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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