Planning

Tracey Constant

2GETHER SUPPORT SOLUTIONS LIMITED

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Planning

05 Feb 2026 at 13:45

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process managed by 2Gether Support Solutions Limited, located at William Harvey Hospital in Ashford, is currently in the planning stage. This process involves the procurement of a multi-tiered taxi and private hire vehicle provision, intended to support the 24/7 movement of patients, staff, and medical items across five hospital sites in Kent. The industry category is service-based, focusing on taxi and special-purpose road passenger-transport services. The procurement anticipates a multi-provider award and utilises a Cascade Model to ensure comprehensive fulfilment. The process is scheduled to reach a key date on 23rd March 2026, marking a planned milestone towards service commencement on 1st June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that provide transport services, particularly those that can assure high standards of cleanliness and operational reliability in a healthcare environment. Companies that are experienced in non-emergency patient transport, staff logistical support, and rapid delivery of medical goods will find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities. Small and medium-sized enterprises with DBS-cleared drivers and well-maintained vehicles are encouraged to prepare for upcoming engagements, as the final contracts will be held for a period potentially extending to five years, ensuring sustainable business growth for successful bidders. The scope of operation covering multiple locations throughout Kent adds to the demand for proficient and resourceful service providers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tracey Constant

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking a reliable, multi-tiered taxi and private hire provision to support the 24/7 movement of patients, staff, and medical items (including medical records and pathology specimens) across five primary hospital sites. This contract utilises a Cascade Model to ensure 100% fulfilment and incorporates a significant Social Value element regarding maternity transport. The Authority anticipates a multi-provider award to ensure geographic resilience. Geographical Scope of Sites The Provider must provide comprehensive coverage to, from, and between the following locations: Kent and Canterbury Hospital (KCH): Ethelbert Road, Canterbury, CT1 3NG William Harvey Hospital (WHH): Kennington Road, Ashford, TN24 0LZ Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother Hospital (QEQM): College Road, Margate, CT9 4AN Buckland Hospital (BHD): Coombe Valley Road, Dover, CT17 0HD Royal Victoria Hospital (RVH): Radnor Park Avenue, Folkestone, CT19 5BN The following services required but not limited to: Patient Journeys Non-emergency transport for eligible patients and service users. Staff Journeys Business-critical travel, inter-site meetings, and out-of-hours shifts. Movement of Goods Urgent transport of medical records, pathology specimens, and bloods. Driver & Vehicle Standards All drivers must be DBS-cleared and trained in handling sensitive medical goods (e.g., specimens). Vehicles must be maintained to a high standard of cleanliness, reflecting the healthcare environment.

Planning Information

C408048 Taxis & Courier Transport Services Multi-Tiered Taxi & Private Hire Vehicle (PHV) Provision The Authority is seeking a reliable, multi-tiered taxi and private hire provision to support the 24/7 movement of patients, staff, and medical items (including medical records and pathology specimens) across five primary hospital sites. This contract utilises a Cascade Model to ensure 100% fulfilment and incorporates a significant Social Value element regarding maternity transport. The Authority anticipates a multi-provider award to ensure geographic resilience. Geographical Scope of Sites The Provider must provide comprehensive coverage to, from, and between the following locations: Kent and Canterbury Hospital (KCH): Ethelbert Road, Canterbury, CT1 3NG William Harvey Hospital (WHH): Kennington Road, Ashford, TN24 0LZ Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother Hospital (QEQM): College Road, Margate, CT9 4AN Buckland Hospital (BHD): Coombe Valley Road, Dover, CT17 0HD Royal Victoria Hospital (RVH): Radnor Park Avenue, Folkestone, CT19 5BN The following services required but not limited to: Patient Journeys Non-emergency transport for eligible patients and service users. Staff Journeys Business-critical travel, inter-site meetings, and out-of-hours shifts. Movement of Goods Urgent transport of medical records, pathology specimens, and bloods. Driver & Vehicle Standards All drivers must be DBS-cleared and trained in handling sensitive medical goods (e.g., specimens). Vehicles must be maintained to a high standard of cleanliness, reflecting the healthcare environment.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0648f3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010487-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£430,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Mar 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
2GETHER SUPPORT SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Contact Name
Tracey Constant & Sam Palmer
Contact Email
2gether.fandcprocurement@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
KENT
Postcode
TN24 0LZ
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ44 East Kent
Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Willesborough
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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