F14607 Community Tier 2 GP-led Ophthalmology Service

NHS Hampshire, Southampton and Isle of Wight CCG intends to Direct Award a 24 month contract to Solent Medical Services Limited, commencing 1 April 2022, for a Community Tier 2 GP-led Ophthalmology Service. The aim is to significantly reduce risk to patient populations served by the participating contracting authorities with continuity of service to clear backlog and to allow for service review leading into the formation of the local Integrated Care System. The value of the 24 month contract is £1,123,974, based on 19/20 spend. To view a copy of the paper which confirms these Commissioning Intentions please access the portal, using the following instructions. NB If you are already registered on the portal, login as usual and go to step 8 below.

1. Browse to the SoEPS Commissioning Support portal - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/soepscommissioning
2. Click the "Register" link on the left-hand side of the page.
3. Enter your correct business and user details.
4. Note the email address chosen and Click "Register My Company" when complete.
5. You will receive an email with your unique password (keep this secure)
6. Login to the portal with the username/password.
7. You will be prompted to change your password on first login.
8. Hover your mouse over the "Tenders" button on the main toolbar and choose the following option: 'Current' which shows a list of all the advertised opportunities on the system (i.e. open to all)
9. Scroll through the opportunities and select 'F14607_PIN'.
10. Click on the 'View Details' button and 'Express an Interest' where required to do so to gain access to the CCG's document. Further guidance can be found in the 'Help' tab accessible at the top of the screen.