NW London Collaboration of CCGs

Specification for the programme management of the Radiology Network

8
Incomplete applications
7 SME, 1 large
3
Completed applications
3 SME, 0 large
Published Wednesday 6 September 2017
Deadline for asking questions Friday 8 September 2017 at 11:59pm GMT
Closing date for applications Wednesday 13 September 2017 at 11:59pm GMT

Overview

Specialist role Technical Architect
Summary of the work We expect support to be provided by experienced individuals with a proven track record of working on programmes of this type, scale and complexity within the NHS. We require individual(s) who will provide support for the duration and who have the relevant expertise and resources to carry out the roles.
Latest start date Friday 13 October 2017
Expected contract length The tasks to be completed and delivered by Wednesday 31 October 2018.
Location London
Organisation the work is for NW London Collaboration of CCGs
Maximum day rate A summary of total costs for the work not to exceed £249,999

About the work

Early market engagement
Who the specialist will work with NW London Radiology Clinical design group and Programme board, 4 acute and 2 specialist Trusts within the NWL Sector
What the specialist will work on Linking the Radiology RIS/PACs systems across NW London Trusts to provide an opportunity to maximise reporting capacity and efficiency to enable sustainable diagnostic reporting, supporting Trusts in meeting their diagnostic cancer targets and improving experience and outcomes for patients.
This will allow access to all historical imaging and reports from any hospital in the region and provide a platform that will enable cross-site reporting collaboration that could include:
Virtual MDTs.
Sub-specialist reporting network.
Regional in-sourcing.
Out-of-Hours Network.

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Work setup

Address where the work will take place detailed in the documentation.
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Additional information

Additional terms and conditions

Skills and experience

Buyers will use the essential and nice-to-have skills and experience to help them evaluate suppliers’ technical competence.

Essential skills and experience
  • The track record and experience of individual team members in programme management of large scale radiology technology projects;
  • Resilience to undertake the work and provide flexible levels of resource and skill mix, depending on the needs of the programme;
  • The ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders/providers;
  • Details of professional qualifications, and quality assurance or audit ratings which are an independent endorsement of your organisation’s quality and professionalism;
  • The ability to synthesise complex information and present a clear, cogent argument.
Nice-to-have skills and experience

How suppliers will be evaluated

How many specialists to evaluate 10
Cultural fit criteria
  • •how the specialist works with other people
  • •how the specialist shares knowledge and experience
  • •how the specialist solves problems
Assessment methods
  • Work history
  • Presentation
Evaluation weighting

Technical competence

65%

Cultural fit

5%

Price

30%

Questions asked by suppliers

1. Please could you confirm the duration of the role and daily rate to the contractor? All details of the requirement are contained with the document 'Specification for the programme management of the Radiology Network' which you can obtain by emailing your request to ekkehard_kugler@nhs.net quoting the above title.
2. 1.What is the lead time for feedback once the application is submitted? 2.Will this role be within IR35? 3.Any chances of change in start date as the latest date mentioned is 13 oct 2017 4.What are the other expenses which will be paid 5.What are the exact work locations 6.Is occasional remote working allowed? 7.What technologies will the consultant work on or should have experience with , please give detail 8.Is there any travel involved in this role and will the travel expenses be paid ? 9.Is the rate inclusive or exclusive of VAT? All details of the requirement are contained with the document 'Specification for the programme management of the Radiology Network' which you can obtain by emailing your request to ekkehard_kugler@nhs.net quoting the above title.
3. Would you consider work permit holders (e.g. Tier 2 General Visa) and EU passport holders for this role ? The Contracting Authority is inviting proposals form suppliers on the CCS framework for the provision of Digital Outcome and specialists. It is the responsibility of these employing suppliers to ensure compliance with UK employment regulations as they may propose how to deliver the solution, including where this may involve non UK citizens.
4. Is this opportunity offering a service contract, or an employment role? The Contracting Authority is inviting proposals from suppliers which have been appointed to the CCS framework for the provision of "Digital Outcomes and Specialists". The Contracting Authority will not be employing any individuals directly, but will enter into a service contract to deliver the solution. For details of the Contracting Authority's requirements, please email ekkehard_kugler@nhs.net