Memory Assessment and Support service

Commissioners within NHS Brighton and Hove CCG would like to commission a Memory Assessment and Support (MAS) service. The service is offered for tender under a standard NHS contract for a period of 3 years commencing on the 1st April 2020 with option to extend for a further year (3+1). The value stated represents the total value over 4 years (the contract primary period plus extension). Estimated maximum total value £3,970,000 GBP. The deadline for submitting bid responses is 12:00 midday Thursday 15th August 2019.

Improving dementia services is recognised as a key priority for the NHS - both nationally and locally. National goals for diagnosis by 2020: • Achieve and maintain a diagnosis rate of at least two-thirds of the expected prevalence • Increase the number of people being diagnosed with dementia and starting treatment within 6 weeks of referral. National goals for post diagnostic support by 2020: • Improve quality of post-diagnostic treatment and support for people with dementia and their carers. • All people with dementia given the opportunity for advance care planning.

In 2017/18, Brighton & Hove CCG was rated by NHS England as 'inadequate' on dementia and has committed to improving access to diagnosis and support for all people living with cognitive impairment or a diagnosis of dementia and their carers.

Key Aims and Objectives Aim 1: Provides commissioners with confidence that service specifications and operational standards are consistently met. Aim 2: Provides timely access to person-centred, accurate assessment and diagnosis for people with suspected memory impairment and people living with dementia (and their carers) living in the community. Aim 3: The provision of high quality advice and support for other Providers, especially Primary Care, on assessment and management interventions for dementia. Aim 4: To promote and support the wellbeing of people with dementia and their carers known to the service. Aim 5: To support the development of the workforce and volunteers, providing the Service with the right attitudes and skill mix. Aim 6: To promote a positive experience of services to people with dementia and their carers. Aim 7: Provide a range of agreed consistent, measurable and auditable information to support the performance management of the Service, and to ensure accurate recording of diagnosis and interventions to Primary Care.

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The Commissioners look forward to receiving your bid response.

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