Health services

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NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire CCG (BNSSG CCG) were seeking a non-scalpel vasectomy service for patients registered with a BNSSG GP. The service will include pre-vasectomy counselling, surgical operation and post vasectomy testing. The contract is for an initial 5 years with an optional extension of any period of up to a further 24 months as defined at the discretion of the commissioner. This procurement has been carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners. Bristol North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group (BNSSG CCG) were seeking a Non-Scalpel Vasectomy Service for patients registered with a GP in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire. BNSSG intended to commission a service which brings together Vasectomy Service and Semen Testing Service that were provided under separate contracts. The Non-Scalpel Vasectomy Service will provide, pre-vasectomy counselling, surgical operation and post-vasectomy testing. The objectives of the service aim to: — Improve access and convenience for patients, — Improve patient experience and clinical outcomes, — Improve the robustness of the vasectomy service by delivering more choice, — Develop the patient pathway within a community setting, — Provide value for money through reduced cost and increased quality outcomes. The contract is for an initial 5 years with a possible extension of any period up to a further 2 years, as defined at the discretion of the Commissioner. This procurement was carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners.