Planning

Non Emergency Patient Transport Services Framework Market Engagement

LONDON PROCUREMENT PARTNERSHIP

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Planning

19 Nov 2025 at 16:15

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS London Procurement Partnership, hosted by Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, is in the planning stage of procuring a framework agreement for Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services. This procurement falls under the industry category of ambulance services and is set to serve the entire geographical coverage of England. The intended procurement method is a competitive process in line with the Provider Selection Regime (Health Care Services Regulations 2023). A market engagement event is scheduled for 1st December 2025, with registration closing on 28th November 2025. This engagement process aims to gather insights and prepare for the tendering stage, focused on providing services to all mobility types, with the estimated value amounting to £1.375 billion.

This procurement presents a substantial opportunity for businesses, especially those specialising in healthcare transportation services across England. Companies experienced in offering comprehensive, 24/7 non-emergency patient transportation will find this tender particularly suited to their service capabilities. The competitive process allows potential service providers to demonstrate their value through either direct awards or further competition, fostering business growth in a sector supported by steady demand. Small to medium enterprises with innovative transport solutions or those already operating within the UK healthcare system stand to benefit significantly from this initiative. Participation in the initial engagement event could provide valuable insights and networking opportunities that align with the NHS's long-term service provision objectives.

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Notice Title

Non Emergency Patient Transport Services Framework Market Engagement

Notice Description

NHS London Procurement Partnership (Hosted by Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust) is preparing to procure a new framework agreement for Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services under the NHS Provider Selection Regime (PSR).<br/><br/>The planned procurement will cover Non-emergency Patient Transport Services, for all mobility types, 24/7, 365/6 days a year. <br/><br/>Relevant authorities can access the Framework and award a contract by further competition or direct award.<br/><br/>The anticipated Lot structure includes Core for standard NEPT, Renal, Secure, High Dependency and Resilience. NHS LPP reserves the right to change this Lot structure. <br/><br/>Geographical coverage: Aligned to all ambulance trusts regions within England<br/><br/>This procurement will be run in accordance with the Provider Selection Regime (Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023). NHS London Procurement Partnership intends to follow Competitive Process for this framework agreement.<br/><br/>NHS London Procurement Partnership (NHS LPP) will be hosting a market engagement event on 1st December 2025 to discuss the upcoming Framework for Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services. <br/><br/>To register your interest, please email gstt.lppefps1@nhs.net with the following details by midday on 28th November 2025:<br/><br/>Name:<br/>Job title:<br/>Organisation:<br/>Contact email:<br/><br/>with the subject "PIN Registration - Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services" . <br/><br/>All registered providers will receive further information.<br/><br/>All engagement will be run in accordance with PSR statutory guidance. No decision on contract award will be made at this stage. This PIN is issued for information and engagement purposes only and does not constitute a call for competition nor a commitment to tender.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS London Procurement Partnership (Hosted by Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust) is preparing to procure a new framework agreement for Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services under the NHS Provider Selection Regime (PSR).

The planned procurement will cover Non-emergency Patient Transport Services, for all mobility types, 24/7, 365/6 days a year.

Relevant authorities can access the Framework and award a contract by further competition or direct award.

The anticipated Lot structure includes Core for standard NEPT, Renal, Secure, High Dependency and Resilience. NHS LPP reserves the right to change this Lot structure.

Geographical coverage: Aligned to all ambulance trusts regions within England

This procurement will be run in accordance with the Provider Selection Regime (Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023). NHS London Procurement Partnership intends to follow Competitive Process for this framework agreement.

NHS London Procurement Partnership (NHS LPP) will be hosting a market engagement event on 1st December 2025 to discuss the upcoming Framework for Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services.

To register your interest, please email gstt.lppefps1@nhs.net with the following details by midday on 28th November 2025:

Name:
Job title:
Organisation:
Contact email:

with the subject "PIN Registration - Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services" .

All registered providers will receive further information.

All engagement will be run in accordance with PSR statutory guidance. No decision on contract award will be made at this stage. This PIN is issued for information and engagement purposes only and does not constitute a call for competition nor a commitment to tender.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e4bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075385-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85143000 - Ambulance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,375,000,000 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Feb 20264 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON PROCUREMENT PARTNERSHIP
Contact Name
Ash Fraser
Contact Email
gstt.lppefps1@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+44 2071886680

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 2ND
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
North Bermondsey
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

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