Department of Veterans' Affairs Community Nursing Services Invitation

### 🏥 Community Nursing Services Tender (CNS16) The **Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA)** is inviting suitably qualified organizations to participate in the **Community Nursing Program**. This initiative aims to enhance the independence and health outcomes of entitled veterans by providing essential clinical and personal care services, thereby preventing premature hospital or residential care admissions. #### 📋 Key Requirements & Scope - **Service Delivery:** Provision of community nursing services via a skilled mix of registered nurses, enrolled nurses, and nursing support staff. - **Participation:** This is an open, non-competitive panel arrangement. All qualified providers are encouraged to participate to ensure wide service access for entitled persons. - **Streamlined Process:** The DVA has significantly reduced administrative burdens. Providers are only required to submit a signed copy of the *Terms and Conditions* and the *Community Nursing Pro Forma on Administrative Information*. - **Flexibility:** The agreement allows providers to enter, exit, or re-enter the contract at any time without prejudice. #### 📍 Location & Eligibility - **Coverage:** Services are required across ACT, NSW, VIC, SA, WA, QLD, NT, and TAS. - **Submission:** Interested organizations should direct all queries to the designated project manager via email. #### 📅 Important Dates - **Open Date:** 16 March 2016 - **Close Date:** 30 June 2026 - **Priority Deadline:** To ensure an agreement is in place by 1 July 2016, responses should be submitted by 29 April 2016. **Keywords:** Community Nursing, Veteran Health, DVA, Clinical Care, Nursing Services, Government Tender, Health Services, CNS16.