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Non-Emergency Patient Transport Service at London North West University Healthcare Trust

LONDON NORTH WEST UNIVERSITY HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST

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14 Oct 2025 at 14:16

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust involves the provision of Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) 2023. This process is classified under the ambulance services category and aims to award a contract to Ambulance Transfers Limited. The process follows a limited procurement method, without prior publication of a call for competition. This notice serves as an intention to award under PSR with the standstill period for any representations closing on 24 October 2025. The service location is designated as London, specifically within the UKI74 region. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with the award decision already active but not formally concluded.

This tender could provide substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare logistics and patient transport services. Ambulance Transfers Limited was noted for meeting the quality and value standards required by the Trust, as well as holding necessary CQC registration. Organisations with proven experience in logistical operations and value delivery in patient transport, particularly those prioritising integration, innovation, and sustainability, will find this tender aligns with their capabilities. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), especially those committed to enhancing patient access to care services and managing requisite operational flexibility, may be well-positioned to compete in similar future opportunities anticipated under PSR 2023.

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Notice Title

Non-Emergency Patient Transport Service at London North West University Healthcare Trust

Notice Description

The London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust ("the Authority") required the provision of Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services.<br/>The Authority intends to award a contract, following a Direct Award - Process C, in accordance with The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 ("PSR 2023").

Lot Information

Lot 1

The provider (Ambulance Transfers Limited) has been awarded this contract under PSR Direct Award C as it meets the requirements as follows:
The Authority believe the current supplier is satisfying the existing contract and will continue to satisfy the new contract to the required standard.
The new contracting arrangements are not changing considerably.
The Authority is planning to commence a competitive process under PSR 2023 for the provision of the service, and expects a maximum 2 year period to conclude this including satisfaction of Cabinet Office approval requirements.

Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by 24/10/2025 11:59pm. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR'.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cc78
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065262-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85143000 - Ambulance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,920,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON NORTH WEST UNIVERSITY HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST
Contact Name
North West London Procurement Service
Contact Email
clcht.nwlicsps-sourcing-fm@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HARROW
Postcode
HA1 3UJ
Post Town
Harrow
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI72 Brent
Delivery Location
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon

Local Authority
Brent
Electoral Ward
Northwick Park
Westminster Constituency
Brent West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMBULANCE TRANSFERS

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