Deployment Project Team - Community Services

Tender description

Why the Work is Being Done As part of the GDE project Salford is continuing the rollout of the Electronic Patient System (EPR) and development of electronic documentation for the adult and children’s community teams. Problem to Be Solved Both teams are largely paper based; their documentation will be developed on the EPR, mobile devices provided and system training will be carried out. It will be the responsibility of the Technical Officer to support the deployment of devices. Who Are the Users Multi-disciplinary clinical staff based around the Salford Community setting who are often not familiar with the technology being provided and will require support and guidance when issued. Early Market Engagement Work Already Done This deployment is part of a significant programme of work to deploy clinical and business applications into the community and the project is already in progress. Existing Team none Current Phase Beta Work Location Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust Stott Lane Salford M6 8HD (requirement to travel to additional Trust and Council sites throughout the Salford area) Working Arrangments On site 5 days per week (7.5 hours per day) Security Clearance Additional T&Cs Skills & Experience • Must have previously worked for a Salford based NHS organisation • Excellent customer service skills / professional manner • Previous deployment experience including device imaging and implementation • Knowledge/experience of latest IT technologies • Frequently required to handle heavy objects on a daily basis (eg monitors, network equipment approx 5-10kg) • Required to use VDU every day and for prolonged periods • There is a frequent requirement to concentrate for prolonged periods of time, this is usually predictable. • Occasional to exposure to unpleasant (dirt and dust) conditions. Also ward work is imminent to indirect exposure to fluids and/or foul linen is common. • Full driving licence, use of own vehicle and appropriate business insurance cover • Travel within the localised area • Knowledge of IT Products/Systems • Experience of managing workload and prioritising project tasks Nice to Haves No. of Suppliers to Evaluate 3 Proposal Criteria • Technical Solution • Value for money Cultural Fit Criteria • Work as a team with our organisation and other suppliers • Take responsibility for their work • Share knowledge and experience with other team members • Can work with clients with low technical expertise Payment Approach Time and materials Assessment Method Written proposal Evaluation Weighting Technical competence 60% Cultural fit 20% Price 20% Questions from Suppliers Budget range not to exceed £600 per 7.5 hour day (plus travel & subsistence where appropriate)