Having read the latest posts plus PF's e-alert, I'm inclined to agree - BUPA have not actually re worded the tender document, they have just stated that they will not hold certain things against us if we decide to tender! Yes we can negotiate on price (probably on their terms not ours) but if we sign they will still be dictating how we practice. I don't think much has changed - certainly not enough for us to change our minds about tendering.
If BUPA want Physios to be 'Prefered Providers', they need to realise that we are all individuals & treat us as such.
I think we should all still think very carefully before signing away our independence.