Low Vision Aid Service

Description

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust intends to award a contract for the provision of a Low Vision Aid Service. The awarding of this contract is subject to Direct Award Process C under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.<br/><br/>Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has decided to award this contract to the existing provider, following on from a satisfactory assessment of both the key criteria and basic selection criteria. No conflicts have been declared nor identified. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. Lot 1: The Eye Unit optimises patient vision and minimises avoidable visual disability, <br/>mortality and other morbidity by providing high quality care that meets the needs of <br/>adults and children with ophthalmic problems. Situated in a dedicated clinical space the <br/>Eye Unit provides the investigation and management of rare and/or complex cornea, <br/>glaucoma and ocular conditions with a skilled and competent multi-disciplinary <br/>workforce to manage adults and children with ophthalmic disorders. <br/><br/>The Low Vision Service is aimed at ensuring patients identified as being likely to benefit <br/>from visual aids and/or from advice are able to access the service without any delays. <br/>The service will also provide access to information, advice and support for patients with <br/>vision impairment. The service is expected to be innovative in approach and empower <br/>patients to maximise their potential to self-manage and self-care. Additional information: Total over initial 3 years is £46,968<br/>Total if 2 year extension is used: £86,773