Oxfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group - Semen Analysis Services

Descriptions

Oxfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group are seeking expressions of interest for an upcoming procurement for Semen analysis services across the Oxfordshire region. As a key component of the care pathway for couples who appear to be unable to start a family, the semen analysis service currently analyses semen samples of the male partner prior to referring the female partner for gynaecological assessment. A high quality semen analysis service is essential to: •Diagnose male infertility or subfertility. •Ensure unnecessary or inappropriate treatment is not provided to the female partner. •Plan an appropriate care pathway for the couple who are trying to conceive. Service Outcomes •To provide semen analysis service to test fresh samples for male fertility in accordance with national quality standards. •To provide a semen analysis service for a small number of complex post vasectomy patients treated within secondary care •To provide a confidential and timely service to patients, taking account of the NHS Constitution's stipulation for dignity and respect, providing appropriate information and access to the service. •To report test results to GPs/managing clinicians in a timely and appropriate manner and in accordance with NHS Information Governance standards and legislation. Location The service is provided for patients registered with an Oxfordshire GP in the following Localities: •North Oxfordshire •North East Oxfordshire •West Oxfordshire •Oxford City •South West Oxfordshire •South East Oxfordshire Contract Value & Term The contract is an estimated £45k per annum, with a total 3 year contractual value of £135k with an optional extension of 1 year. Expressions of Interest Please submit your expression of interest via the below e-procurement portal, the closing date for expressions of interest is 12 noon, 9th May 2017. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Registration