Competition Dispute Resolution Process

As Commissioner and manager of the local health system the PCT has responsibility for ensuring that providers are not unfairly treated, either when they bid for Procurements or through Choice arrangements.

To this end the PCT has established a Competition Dispute Resolution Process and Panel so that any complaints or disputes can in the first instance be managed at a local level. This process will address issues which are thought by the complainant to contravene any of the 10 Principles and Rules of Cooperation and Competition.

Recognising that there may still be times when competition issues cannot be resolved locally, this process is fully compliant with that operated by the South Central Strategic Health Authority and the National Co-operation and Competition Panel, which form the options for appeal should the need arise.

Details of the process can be accessed via the link via the link below:

Once you are satisfied that your complaint falls within the Principles and Rules of Cooperation and Competition, You should proceed with the Competition Dispute Resolution form.

The panel dates for the year are published below, together with the cut-off dates for submissions. Complaints should be submitted a minimum of 20 working days prior to the published panel date. Those received after this deadline can still expect to be triaged within five working days but will be carried forward to the next panel.

Panel Meeting Date

Deadline for receipt of Complaints

2009

26the March

27th February

24th April

25th March

22nd May

23rd April

26th June

29th May

31st July

3rd July

28th August

31st July

25th September

28th August

23rd October

25th September

27th November

30th October

18th December

20th November

2010

29th January

31st December

26th February

29th January

26th March

26th February

 

If you require further advice or assistance please contact:
Case Manager at cdr@oxfordshirepct.nhs.uk
Switchboard: 01865 336 800
Direct Dial: 01865 337295