Tender

Non-Emergency Patient Trasnport Service (NEPTs)

NHS KERNOW CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP

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Tender

21 Feb 2018 at 09:37

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS Kernow Clinical Commissioning Group is currently engaging in an open tender for the "Non-Emergency Patient Transport Service (NEPTs)" aimed at streamlining the delivery of NHS-funded non-emergency transport across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. The procurement process seeks to address inefficiencies in the current services, with a focus on improving quality and providing a centralised booking system. The tender period is set to close on 24 May 2018, and the anticipated contract period will commence on 1 April 2019 and conclude on 31 March 2021. This initiative falls under the transport services sector, specifically within the realms of non-scheduled passenger transport and ambulance services.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in patient transport, logistics, and healthcare services to expand their operations within the region. Companies that can offer comprehensive and innovative transport solutions, such as centralised booking systems and specialised crew services, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The emphasis on improving service delivery and patient access indicates that there is room for businesses that can enhance efficiency and value for money in the healthcare transport sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Non-Emergency Patient Trasnport Service (NEPTs)

Notice Description

NHS Kernow has multiple providers delivering NHS Funded non-emergency patient transport; leading to a disjointed and ineffective service, with areas of duplication and inconsistent determination of eligibility which is costly and confusing for staff and patients. NHS Kernow wishes to commission one universal NHS Funded non-emergency patient transport service across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. In order to ensure the needs of patients are met by: * improving the quality and value for money of services * introducing a single point of access for all types of non-emergency patient transport; and * ensuring patients access the right type of transport for their needs. The universal NHS funded non-emergency patient transport includes the following elements: * Centralised Booking Service * Non-Emergency Patient Transport Service (mainland) * Car Services * Qualified Crew Ambulance Services * Isles of Scilly Travel Service * Specialist Mental Health Transport

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ee814cab-d14f-46c6-890f-27aaa45b4559
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c62c461-eb44-458a-95fb-2ee697c241f8
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport

60410000 - Scheduled air transport services

85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

85143000 - Ambulance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 May 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2021 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS KERNOW CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ST AUSTELL
Postcode
PL25 5AS
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
St Austell Central & Gover
Westminster Constituency
St Austell and Newquay

Further Information

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