Clinical Neutral Vendor Managed Services (Ref: 2021/S 000-025285)

In response to challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, winter pressures, and a shortage of specialised clinical staff, the Clinical Neutral Vendor Managed Services framework addresses the critical priority of reducing the backlog of patients awaiting treatment.

This framework provides a comprehensive suite of core and support services, delivered either in-trust or externally, aiming to decrease referral-to-treatment waiting times and enhance patient care. Awarded as a single lot, the framework encompasses fully managed clinical services, both outsourced and insourced, from proven providers with expertise across a diverse range of clinical and ancillary services. Services offered adhere to the highest industry standards, empowering customers to treat patients within their local communities.

• Access to the best technology and solutions in the market irrespective of OEM
• Commercial efficiencies gained through proven managed services and supply chain excellence
• Reduction of administrative burden with turnkey capabilities
• Cost transparency through a clear pricing structure
• The ability to benchmark providers without the need to approach each supplier individually or conduct a further/mini-competition

Framework Agreement