Provision of Second Trimester Quadruple Test

Concepts

• taunton
• pathology services
• second trimester quadruple test
• second
• quadruple
• trimester
• test
• c.the lifetime value
• government approved trusts
• downs syndrome

Location

Somerset:

Description

Provision of Second Trimester Quadruple Test

Total Quantity or Scope

The service is for the provision of the Quadruple test screening for Downs syndrome. It is part of the NHS Fetal Anomaly Screening Programme. Antenatal Screening Services are a sensitive service that can only be delivered by government approved trusts. Antenatal Screening is part of a national screening programme therefore can only be conducted in certain Laboratories in the country.The Authority is intending to award the contract to an existing provider following the direct award process C.The lifetime value of this contract is estimated to be £19,800.The contract dates are 1/6/25 to 31/5/28.

Award Detail

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 85111800 - Pathology services

Legal Justification

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by midnight on 30 May 2025. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR'.

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by midnight on 30 May 2025 via email to servicesteam.procurement@somersetft.nhs.uk. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.The decision makers were: Antenatal & Newborn Screening CoordinatorNo conflicts of interest were declared among decision makers.The key criteria were weighted as follows:40% quality and Innovation20% Value15% Integration, Collaboration and Service Sustainability15% Improving access, reducing health inequalities and facilitating choice10% Social valueThe highest weighting has been applied to quality and innovation as the key objective is maintaining a high-quality service. Whilst value for money is essential a quality led service is essential. The rationale for choosing the provider with reference to the key criteria:The existing supplier is an established service provider with a proven track record, and they are highly likely to be able to satisfy the new contract to a sufficient standard.