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title: "Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services (NEPTS) on behalf of NHS Derby & Derbyshire ICB"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-041cc2"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS DERBY & DERBYSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD"
published: "2025-05-21"
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# Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services (NEPTS) on behalf of NHS Derby & Derbyshire ICB

Buyer: NHS DERBY & DERBYSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-041cc2

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## Summary

The NHS Derby & Derbyshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) is actively seeking to commission Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services (NEPTS) as part of its current tender process. This procurement falls under the health services industry category and is being conducted via the Light Touch Regime of the Public Contract Regulations 2015, using an open procedure. The process involves a one-stage selection with submissions due by 5th January 2024. The contract, valued at £59,255,000, is set to commence on 1st April 2025 and will run for three years, with an option to extend for an additional two years. This opportunity is specific to the Derby region (UKF1), with key requirements clearly outlined, including an affordability threshold not exceeding £11,851,000 annually.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare transport services to expand operations within the public sector. Ideal participants are those who can deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions within the stipulated financial limits. Engaging in this process not only allows for potential long-term contractual relationships with a major public health buyer but also positions firms as key service providers within the healthcare industry, offering stable and recurring revenue potential. This could be particularly beneficial for companies equipped with the requisite infrastructure and expertise in logistical management within the healthcare sector.

## Notice

NHS Derby & Derbyshire Integrated Care Board sought to commission Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services (NEPTS). NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands CSU (AGCSU) acted as an agent for and on behalf of the Commissioner and supported the procurement process. The service was procured under the Light Touch Regime (LTR) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The process was a One Stage process.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Derby & Derbyshire Integrated Care Board sought to commission Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services (NEPTS). NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands CSU (AGCSU) acted as an agent for and on behalf of the Commissioner and supported the procurement process. The service was procured under the Light Touch Regime (LTR) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The process was a One Stage process.

The contract was to commence 01st April 2025 for 3 years with the Commissioner having the option to extend the Contract for up to a further 2 years.

It is important to note that this procurement included an affordability threshold. No bids over PS11,851,000 per annum would be accepted. Any bids exceeding PS11,851,000 per annum would be disqualified from the process.

Options: Contract would have been for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for up to a further 2 years at the discretion of the Commissioner.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024279-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 May 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £59,255,000 |
| Lots value | £59,255,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS DERBY & DERBYSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE1 3QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Darley |
| Westminster constituency | Derby South |
| Delivery location | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 21 May 2025 at 15:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024279-2025
- 24 Nov 2023 at 15:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034848-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.joinedupcarederbyshire.co.uk/derbyshire-integrated-care-board/
- https://www.judiciary.uk/courts-and-tribunals/high-court/
- https://www.theroyalcourtsofjustice.com

## Provenance

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