FOI/25/249
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| Reference | FOI/25/249 |
|---|---|
| Description | RM6281 Workforce Alliance Framework |
| Date requested | 31/10/2025 |
| Attachments | N/A |
Request
Under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, I am requesting information about the usage and supplier management of the RM6281 Workforce Alliance framework within your Trust. Please respond to the following questions:
- Supplier Addition (Lot 1 under RM6281):
o How many approved suppliers have been added to the Trust’s supplier list for Lot 1 under RM6281 from 1st July, 2024 to 30th October 2024?
CLCH does not currently and has not previously used RM6281.
- Framework Usage Confirmation:
o Does the Trust currently use the RM6281 framework or Total Workforce Solutions HTE for staffing requirements?
None Applicable
- Preferred Supplier List (PSL):
o What are the names of the agencies on your PSL that supply agency staff under Lot 1 RM6281 framework or Total Workforce Solution HTE, and what tier is each agency assigned to?
None Applicable
- Shift Booking Above NHSE Capped Rate:
o How many shifts were booked above the NHS England capped rate from 1st July, 2024 to 30th October 2024?
None booked.
- Spending on Off-Framework Agencies:
o What was the total spent on off-framework agencies from 1st July, 2024 to 30th October 2024?
None Applicable
o What are the names of these agencies, and what reasons are there for their continued use despite NHS England’s restrictions?
None Applicable
- Spend on Approved Framework Suppliers:
o What was the total spent on approved framework suppliers between 1st July, 2024 to 30th October 2024?
None Applicable
o In which area of specialty within Lot 1 does the Trust require a supplier that can book shifts within the capped rate to avoid breaches?
None Applicable
o If applicable, what are the reasons for breaches of the capped rates for shifts?
None Applicable
- Framework Supplier Addition:
o Would the Trust add an approved framework supplier immediately if it could help reduce breaches of the NHSE capped rate?
None Applicable
- Spending on Framework Agencies:
o How much was spent on framework agencies from 1st July, 2024 to 30th October 2024?
None Applicable
- Supplier Selection Process:
o Does the Trust use Direct Award or Further Competition to select suppliers?
None Applicable
o What criteria are used to select suppliers, and is the Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT) principle applied?
None Applicable
- Audit Trail for Contract Awards:
o Could you provide a documented audit trail showing how contract awards were made, particularly for direct awards? This documentation should align with RM6281’s Framework Schedule 7, which requires clear justification and transparency in awarding contracts.
None Applicable
- Neutral Vendor Information (if outsourced):
o If a neutral or master vendor is used, please provide the organisation's name, contact person, email, and office contact number.
Litmus – Mollie Winn - mollie.winn@nhs.net
- Further Competition and Framework Adherence:
o What was the date of the last further competition conducted?
None Applicable
o Has the Trust fully transitioned to using RM6281 and followed the guidance in Schedule 7 for supplier selection?
None Applicable
o Can you confirm adherence to the MEAT guidance provided in the framework?
None Applicable