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DGMW/24/05 PROVISION OF A MINI BUS SERVICE BETWEEN DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY ROYAL INFIRMARY & THE WESTERN GENERAL HOSPITAL EDINBURGH

DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Dumfries and Galloway Health Board, involves the provision of a mini bus service for patient transport between Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary and the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh. This service is categorized under the health industry and is to operate every Monday and Friday, with variations during Christmas and New Year possibly including weekends. The contract spans three years with options to extend for up to two additional years. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, underlining transparency and inclusivity. The award stage was reached by May 2025 with the contract signed on the 7th May 2025. Critical deadlines included a tender period ending on the 26th February 2025, marking the beginning of the award period.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those experienced in transport services, to expand their operations and service offerings in the healthcare sector. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like Lothian Community Transport Services, which was awarded the contract, stand to benefit from such opportunities, demonstrating the potential for similar sized businesses to compete effectively in open procurements. The tender's structure ensures electronic submissions, facilitating broad participation across regions, specifically appealing to enterprises capable of managing electronic invoicing, ordering, and payment processes. This initiative supports the growth and diversification of service-based operations in the UKM92 region, enhancing business resilience and adaptability.

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Notice Title

DGMW/24/05 PROVISION OF A MINI BUS SERVICE BETWEEN DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY ROYAL INFIRMARY & THE WESTERN GENERAL HOSPITAL EDINBURGH

Notice Description

The requirement of this tender is to supply patient transport by mini bus for approximately 8 to 20 patients per trip (this number will vary from week to week) every Monday from Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary to the Western General Hospital Edinburgh and every Friday from the Western General Hospital Edinburgh to Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary. Days over Christmas and New Year may vary and may include weekends. This contract is to run for 3 years with the option to extend for a further 1 year plus 1 year

Lot Information

Lot 1

The requirement of this tender is to supply patient transport by mini bus for approximately 8 to 20 patients per trip (this number will vary from week to week) every Monday from Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary to the Western General Hospital Edinburgh and every Friday from the Western General Hospital Edinburgh to Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary. Days over Christmas and New Year may vary and may include weekends. This contract is to run for 3 years with the option to extend for a further 1 year plus 1 year.

Renewal: Ongoing service

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000788485
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY529777
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
After end date of current tender

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD
Contact Name
Lesley Wilson, Megan Wilson
Contact Email
lesley.wilson4@nhs.scot, megan.wilson6@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1387246246

Buyer Location

Locality
DUMFRIES
Postcode
DG1 4AP
Post Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway

Local Authority
Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward
Nith
Westminster Constituency
Dumfries and Galloway

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOTHIAN COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522275
    DGMW/24/05 PROVISION OF A MINI BUS SERVICE BETWEEN DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY ROYAL INFIRMARY & THE WESTERN GENERAL HOSPITAL EDINBURGH - The requirement of this tender is to supply patient transport by mini bus for approximately 8 to 20 patients per trip (this number will vary from week to week) every Monday from Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary to the Western General Hospital Edinburgh and every Friday from the Western General Hospital Edinburgh to Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary. Days over Christmas and New Year may vary and may include weekends. This contract is to run for 3 years with the option to extend for a further 1 year plus 1 year
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY529777
    DGMW/24/05 PROVISION OF A MINI BUS SERVICE BETWEEN DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY ROYAL INFIRMARY & THE WESTERN GENERAL HOSPITAL EDINBURGH - The requirement of this tender is to supply patient transport by mini bus for approximately 8 to 20 patients per trip (this number will vary from week to week) every Monday from Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary to the Western General Hospital Edinburgh and every Friday from the Western General Hospital Edinburgh to Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary. Days over Christmas and New Year may vary and may include weekends. This contract is to run for 3 years with the option to extend for a further 1 year plus 1 year

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