Provision of Optometry Services

Location

Nottinghamshire

Description

Provision of a high quality, optometry service to patients residing at Rampton Hospital, Arnold Lodge and Wathwood Hospital.

Total Quantity or Scope

To provide patient with access to the same range and quality of optometric services as is provided within the community, within the confines of a secure setting.Nottinghamshire Healthcare NS Foundation Trust is intending to award a contract to an existing provider following direct award process C. The lifetime value of the contract is approximated at £125,922.54. Service to be provided between 01 April 20026 until 31st March 2029.

Award Detail

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 85100000 - Health services

Indicators

• Award on basis of price and quality.

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 26/03/2026 . This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.

Other Information

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 26/03/2026. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. Written representations should be sent to samuel.rudd@nottshc.nhs.ukAward decision-makers consisted of Nottinghamshire Healthcare Forensic care groupNo conflicts of interest were identified. The provider has extensive experience of working into secure settings, established patient relationships and understands the individual needs / challenges with our patient cohorts.The current Assurance Risk Matrix rating for this provider is Level 1 – No concerns / Routine Monitoring.Contract Review Meetings are held on a quarterly basis and the Provider submits quarterly performance data, which is discussed and monitored. The Provider continues to consistently its contractual requirements. Positive feedback is regularly received from staff and patients.