Specialist Paediatric Palliative Care (SPACE) Service

Concepts

• health services
• hospice specialist palliative care services
• nhs south west london icb - specialist palliative care services
• specialist paediatric palliative care (space) service
• icb - specialist palliative
• care
• specialist
• paediatric
• palliative
• young people

Location

London:

Description

NHS South West London ICB - Specialist Palliative care services for babies, children and young people (age 0-18)

Total Quantity or Scope

The notice relates to hospice specialist palliative care services for babies, children and young people (age 0-18). This notice is an intention to award a contract to the existing provider following direct award process C. The lifetime value of the contract is £342,384 excluding VAT (£342,384 per annum). The contract term will be 1 year. The contract will start on 01/04/2025 and end 31/03/2026.

Award Detail

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 85100000 - Health 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 Procurement Act Regulations 2023 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 23:59 on 3 June 2025. This contract has not 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 Procurement Act Regulations 2023 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 23:59 on 3 June 2025. This contract has not formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. Written representations should be sent to: hub.psrrepresentation@nhs.net Award Decision makers: NHS South West London Integrated Care Board - Contracting and Procurement Group No conflicts of interest were declared. The selection criteria and weightings were determined based on key priorities to ensure high-quality, sustainable, and accessible care. Quality & Innovation (25%) was assigned the highest priority, as maintaining high standards of palliative and end-of-life care is essential. Provider was assessed on their adherence to NICE guidelines, and Ambitions Framework, evidence-based clinical practices, and their ability to innovate through digital health solutions, personalised care models, and alternative therapies. Integration, Collaboration & Service Sustainability (25%) was equally weighted, reflecting the importance of partnerships with NHS services and fostering collaboration across systems. Provider was evaluated on their multidisciplinary working, information-sharing, and ability to ensure long-term service sustainability in response to workforce and policy challenges. Value (20%) was assessed to ensure services are financially viable and cost-effective, balancing high-quality care with efficient use of resources, ensuring the provider can sustain operations without compromising care. Access, Reducing Health Inequalities & Facilitating Choice (20%) was prioritised to ensure equitable service provision for all patient groups, particularly those from underserved or deprived communities. Provider was assessed on their ability to deliver flexible, community-based care, culturally competent services, and patient-led end-of-life planning to support dignity and choice. Finally, Social Value (10%) was included to recognise the broader economic, social, and environmental contributions of hospice provider. This encompassed volunteer engagement, sustainability initiatives, and support for local communities, ensuring hospices deliver wider benefits beyond direct patient care. All scores have been completed and all Pass/Fail criteria have been successfully met.