Stoma Sponsorship

UHB NHS FT is requesting sponsorship for the Stoma Service at UHB, and the provision of a community driven Ostomy service that includes home visits that are carried out by Registered General Nurses where required. The Stoma Care Service provides assessment, support, advice and information to patients and their carers/family who are to undergo surgery which may or may not result in stoma formation. They provide nursing care tailored to the needs of the individual and facilitate a seamless transition between secondary and primary care in patients’ homes and clinics. They ensure ongoing support and continuity of care for the new ostomist and those established ostomists who require assessment and review. The Trust is looking for a single supplier who will work with them to provide a sponsorship arrangement that will meet the requirements of the Stoma Care Service. The appointed bidder, during the contract period shall be required to sponsor and support the Stoma Care nurses to provide a service caring for patients with all types of Stoma including: without limitation, colostomy and ileostomy and those requiring complex fistula management. The contract duration is for 3 years with an option to extend for a further 1 or 2 years (i.e. 3+1+1)