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Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services (NEPTS) on behalf of NHS Derby & Derbyshire ICB

NHS DERBY & DERBYSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 May 2025 at 15:42

Tender

24 Nov 2023 at 15:45

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Derby & Derbyshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) is actively seeking to commission Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services (NEPTS) as part of its current tender process. This procurement falls under the health services industry category and is being conducted via the Light Touch Regime of the Public Contract Regulations 2015, using an open procedure. The process involves a one-stage selection with submissions due by 5th January 2024. The contract, valued at £59,255,000, is set to commence on 1st April 2025 and will run for three years, with an option to extend for an additional two years. This opportunity is specific to the Derby region (UKF1), with key requirements clearly outlined, including an affordability threshold not exceeding £11,851,000 annually.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare transport services to expand operations within the public sector. Ideal participants are those who can deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions within the stipulated financial limits. Engaging in this process not only allows for potential long-term contractual relationships with a major public health buyer but also positions firms as key service providers within the healthcare industry, offering stable and recurring revenue potential. This could be particularly beneficial for companies equipped with the requisite infrastructure and expertise in logistical management within the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services (NEPTS) on behalf of NHS Derby & Derbyshire ICB

Notice Description

NHS Derby & Derbyshire Integrated Care Board sought to commission Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services (NEPTS). NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands CSU (AGCSU) acted as an agent for and on behalf of the Commissioner and supported the procurement process. The service was procured under the Light Touch Regime (LTR) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The process was a One Stage process.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Derby & Derbyshire Integrated Care Board sought to commission Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services (NEPTS). NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands CSU (AGCSU) acted as an agent for and on behalf of the Commissioner and supported the procurement process. The service was procured under the Light Touch Regime (LTR) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The process was a One Stage process.

The contract was to commence 01st April 2025 for 3 years with the Commissioner having the option to extend the Contract for up to a further 2 years.

It is important to note that this procurement included an affordability threshold. No bids over PS11,851,000 per annum would be accepted. Any bids exceeding PS11,851,000 per annum would be disqualified from the process.

Options: Contract would have been for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for up to a further 2 years at the discretion of the Commissioner.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-041cc2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024279-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£59,255,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£59,255,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS DERBY & DERBYSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
richard.ward11@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 3QT
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

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