--- title: "Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Services for all ages - Most Suitable Provider Process" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05cd64" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05cd64" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05cd64.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05cd64.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NHS ENGLAND" published: "2025-10-15" --- # Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Services for all ages - Most Suitable Provider Process Buyer: NHS ENGLAND Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05cd64 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05cd64) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05cd64.json) ## Summary NHS England is overseeing a planned procurement process titled "Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Services for all ages - Most Suitable Provider Process," under the Health Services category, with an emphasis on delivering services across the North West and North East & Yorkshire regions. This is a planned phase under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), utilizing the Most Suitable Provider Process. The key date for submission of the Expression of Interest is 12pm, midday, on Wednesday 5th November 2025. Following this, provider assessments will take place from November to December 2025. The procurement is governed by the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and the legal basis referenced is directive 32014L0024. NHS England aims to allocate contracts for specialized HBOT services, particularly focused on treating decompression illness and gas embolism. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in health services, particularly those with expertise in hyperbaric medicine and capacity for operational scale across the specified UK regions. Companies with robust networks and innovation in delivering health interventions are likely to thrive in this bid, particularly if they can demonstrate quality, value, and integration within the regional healthcare infrastructure. Facilities with capabilities to offer 24/7 access to specialized clinical assessments and treatments and those involved in research and education related to hyperbaric therapy will find this tender particularly suitable. Successful bidders will be those who can contribute to reducing health inequalities and enhancing service sustainability through collaboration and social value initiatives. Potential partners are encouraged to engage with NHS England's e-Tendering portal to submit their proposals and explore the opportunities for collaboration and growth within the healthcare sector. ## Notice This is an Intended Approach Notice to award contracts using the Most Suitable Provider (MSP) Process for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Services for all ages in the North West (Lot 1) and North East and Yorkshire (Lot 2). The service is commissioned in England for two specific indications in line with NHS England published Service Specification: Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for decompression illness/gas embolism (all ages). https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-services-all-ages-Service-specification-January-2025.pdf The aim of the service is to deliver Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) where clinically appropriate for those suffering from Decompression Illness (DCI) or Gas Embolism. The above aim will be achieved by: (a) Providing 24 hour a day access to specialist clinical assessment by a Hyperbaric physician for patients who have symptoms following diving or exposure to altered pressure environment, or who may have had gas enter their circulation by another mechanism (gas embolism). (b) Where appropriate, onward referral or discharge of patients who do not require HBOT treatment for Decompression Illness (DCI) or Gas Embolism. (c) 24-hour access to HBOT where clinically appropriate. (d) HBOT delivered in facilities that are well maintained, comply with all relevant regulations, and follow best practice guidelines. (e) HBOT facilities are staffed with suitably qualified, experienced teams with skills that are actively maintained. (f) The delivery of care that is integrated with other services including the Emergency Department, Intensive Care, and other healthcare professionals as required. (g) Wherever possible, supporting the return of the service user to their pre-injury level of function, including referral to return to diving assessment if appropriate. (h) Engaging in relevant research and development of HBOT and actively engage in national audit and data collection for the HBOT service. (i) Working with relevant agencies and clinicians to support education and prevention initiatives. Decompression Illness Decompression illness arises from exposure to an altered pressure environment, most often from diving. The geographical distribution of cases of decompression illness is determined by the local level of diving activity, and is concentrated around coastal areas, inland expanses of water and the locations of residence of the divers. Airports provide a significant minority of patients usually returning from a diving trip overseas. There is a total of approximately 150 - 200 cases in England per year. Gas embolism Cases of gas embolism arise from introduction of gas into a patient's circulation, most often inadvertently during a medical procedure (iatrogenic gas embolism). There are currently approximately 10 cases in England per year. However, this may be an underestimate of the number of actual cases. The Commissioner's assessment of each potential provider will take into account the basic selection criteria and the following key criteria: * Quality and innovation; * Value; * Integration, collaboration and service sustainability; * Improving access, reducing health inequalities and facilitating choice; and * Social value. The Commissioner's assessment will be on a [pass/fail] basis If you believe your organisation can provide the full set of requirements, please register on the e-Tendering portal at https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome against project reference C367512 to access the MSP documentation and submit your response. The deadline for submitting completed Expression of Interest Questionnaires and Declarations is 12pm, midday, on Wednesday 5th November 2025. It is anticipated that provider assessments will be completed between November and December 2025. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - North West It is important for Providers to note that centres must be located in and deliver services from the defined geographical area(s) of the Lot that they are interested in providing services to. If you believe your organisation can provide the full set of requirements, please register on the e-Tendering portal at https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome against project reference C367512 to access the MSP documentation and submit your response. The deadline for submitting completed Expression of Interest Questionnaires and Declarations is 12pm, midday, on Wednesday 5 November 2025. It is anticipated that provider assessments will be completed between November and December 2025. This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intended approach notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Procurement Act Regulations 2023 do not apply to this award. The intention is to award contracts using the Most Suitable Provider Process and the award decisions will be made by National Commissioning Group, Chaired by the NHS England National Director of Specialised Commissioning. Lot 2 : North East & Yorkshire It is important for Providers to note that centres must be located in and deliver services from the defined geographical area(s) of the Lot that they are interested in providing services to. If you believe your organisation can provide the full set of requirements, please register on the e-Tendering portal at https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome against project reference C367512 to access the MSP documentation and submit your response. The deadline for submitting completed Expression of Interest Questionnaires and Declarations is 12pm, midday, on Wednesday 5 November 2025. It is anticipated that provider assessments will be completed between November and December 2025. This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intended approach notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Procurement Act Regulations 2023 do not apply to this award. The intention is to award contracts using the Most Suitable Provider Process and the award decisions will be made by National Commissioning Group, Chaired by the NHS England National Director of Specialised Commissioning. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065630-2025 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Oct 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 14 Oct 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £13,887,945 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS ENGLAND | | Locality | LEEDS | | Post town | Leeds | | Postcode | LS1 4AP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds | | Local authority | Leeds | | Electoral ward | Hunslet & Riverside | | Westminster constituency | Leeds South | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85100000 - Health services ## Release History - 15 Oct 2025 at 13:36 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065630-2025 ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome - https://www.england.nhs.uk// - https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-services-all-ages-Service-specification-January-2025.pdf ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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