A comprehensive, high quality CT and MRI scanning service to include reporting, storage and inspection of each test. A report for each test shall be delivered to the CMAS team referrer within a maximum of 3 weeks from the date of referral.

A written radiological report will be provided, and the supplier shall notify both CMAS and the responsible GP should the CT or MRI scan identify any incidental findings.

Consultant Radiologists shall offer feedback and consultation to CMAS's Consultants, Associate Specialists, and Lead GPs working for the CMAS. Feedback and consultation shall be in writing in the majority of cases, with the occasional telephone call if required and is not expected to be required in respect of all referrals.

The Service is for people with suspected dementia referred by the CMAS service, it is not for those Service Users with an existing diagnosis who may already receive services from the Trust.

The contract shall run until a defined end date of 31/03/2027.

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) confirmation of contract award notice. This contract has been awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award.

This contract, awarded under the principles of Direct Award Process A - There is an existing provider for the services and that provider is the only capable provider. Only the appointed provider possesses expertise and capacity to provide service in the local area within the diagnostic reporting waiting times.