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title: "Inter-Trust Transport Service - HOPPER"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2c0d2485-6be7-4ec5-bf9d-e87eb74f6d25"
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buyer: "THE NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2018-08-20"
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# Inter-Trust Transport Service - HOPPER

Buyer: THE NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2c0d2485-6be7-4ec5-bf9d-e87eb74f6d25

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## Summary

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is currently seeking proposals for the "Inter-Trust Transport Service - HOPPER," aimed at providing transportation for staff between its various Trust sites, specifically from The Freeman Hospital to the Royal Victoria Infirmary. This procurement falls under the transport services category, with an open tender method employed for this acquisition. The tender period is set to conclude on 24th September 2018, and the resulting contract will span from 1st March 2019 to 29th February 2024. The service required is based in the North East region of the United Kingdom, and interested parties must submit their bids by midday on the specified closing date. 

This opportunity could significantly benefit small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in transport services, as the Authority is actively looking for qualified vendors to fulfil their logistical needs. Companies with experience in providing reliable transportation solutions within a healthcare context, particularly those proficient in handling staff transport between multiple locations, are well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender could lead to sustained business growth by securing a long-term contract with a reputable NHS trust, thus enhancing service delivery capabilities and expanding market presence.

## Notice

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Instead of: 24 September 2018 Time: 12:00 Read New: 19 November 2018 Time: 12:00 Other additional information: The Closing date for receipt of tenders is 19 November 2018 at 12:00 noon The Authority has a requirement for an Inter-Trust Transport Service (Hopper) to transport Authority staff between Trust Sites, i.e. The Freeman Hospital, NE7 7DN to the Royal Victoria Infirmary, NE1 4LP.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3eb1a3cf-4499-4768-ab3b-696739258a43 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2019 - 29 Feb 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE3 3HD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Fawdon & West Gosforth |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne North |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2018 at 05:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3eb1a3cf-4499-4768-ab3b-696739258a43
- 17 Aug 2018 at 07:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3eb1a3cf-4499-4768-ab3b-696739258a43

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3eb1a3cf-4499-4768-ab3b-696739258a43
  20th August 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Newcastle-upon-Tyne:-Transport-services-%28excl.-Waste-transport%29./73K2GD54Z5
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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