Outsourced Complex CBCT Reporting YSTH

Concepts

• york
• medical specialist
• cbct reporting.• participate
• complex cbct scans
• outsourced complex cbct reporting ysth
• outsourced complex cbct reporting
• cbct reporting.•
• particular cbct imaging
• cbct images
• reports.• direct liaison

Location

Sites of York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Description

This is a notice of the Trust's intention to award a contract under the Provider Selection Regime Most Suitable Provider process for the provision of Outsourced Complex Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) Radiographic Reporting.The Head and Neck Department at York Hospital is seeking a suitably qualified, accredited, experienced and CQC registered Provider to provide external reporting services with expertise in head and neck radiology, in particular CBCT imaging. The Provider is to supply specialist radiographic interpretation and reporting of complex CBCT scans used primarily in maxillofacial, dental, and ENT diagnostic contexts. Scope of WorkThe provider will:• Receive digital CBCT scan data securely via an approved PACS-compatible platform or cloud-based transfer.• Interpret and report on complex cases involving craniofacial structures, TMJ assessment, sinus pathology, and other relevant anatomical regions.• Deliver formal radiology reports signed off by a qualified radiologist with demonstrable experience in CBCT reporting.• Flag urgent or unexpected findings as per pre-agreed escalation protocols.Inclusions• Interpretation of CBCT images (dental and ENT-focused).• Report delivery in a standardised format compatible with the organisation’s EPR.• Peer review or quality assurance of a defined sample of reports.• Direct liaison with the referring clinician, where necessary, for clarification.Exclusions• Routine or non-complex CBCT reporting.• Interpretation of non-CBCT radiographs.• Image acquisition (this remains the responsibility of the commissioning organisation).Quality StandardsThe service provider must:• Be CQC Registered for the required services• Ensure reports are delivered by radiologists with appropriate GMC/NMC/GDC registration and fellowship of relevant professional bodies.• Adhere to RCR, SEDENTEXCT, and FGDP/CGDent guidelines for CBCT reporting.• Participate in ongoing audit and quality improvement.• Ensure all personnel have up-to-date training in data protection and clinical governance.Performance Metrics & KPIs:- Report turnaround time ≥ 90% within 3 working days- Urgent report turnaround ≤ 24 hours- Reporting accuracy ≥ 95% on peer-reviewed sample- Clinician satisfaction ≥ 90% positive feedbackVolume and Activity Assumptions:Expected annual volume: 20-40 scans per yearService will be reviewed quarterly based on activity trends and clinical feedback.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 85121200 - Medical specialist services
• 85148000 - Medical analysis services

Indicators

• Professional qualifications are sought.

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intended approach notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 - Most Suitable Provider process. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award.This contract is being awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 Most Suitable Provider process.This notice is to invite expressions of interest from suitable providers. The deadline for submitting an expression of interest is 18:00hrs 1st July 2025. Expressions of interest should be submitted either via the Atamis e-procurement portal or by email to Neil Dodds - neil.dodds1@nhs.netTarget start date for the contract is 28/07/2025 or sooner. The initial contract period will be 11 months from 28/07/2025 to 30/06/2026, with options to extend for a further 2 periods of 6 months each.Total estimated contract value is £4,500 for the initial term and up to £9,600 including the extension options.The contract award decision will be made by the senior managers of the Head & Neck and Plastics care group, procurement, contracting and commissioning teams and appropriate Trust executive team members.