Extension to Contract - Hospice Inpatient Services

The Hospice has been providing specialist palliative care for patients with complex needs who need 24/7 assessment and management by a specialist multidisciplinary team. This service is delivered in an inpatient setting within the geographical area of the Health Board and works collaboratively with the Cardiff and Vale Health Board to deliver Prudent Healthcare for the local population. The proposed extension allows for the Health Board to align all the palliative care contracts to a common end date in readiness for the re-procurement exercise that is due to commence.