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title: "TRA029 Adhoc Patient Transport - Bristol Ambulance"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068bcf"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# TRA029 Adhoc Patient Transport - Bristol Ambulance

Buyer: SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068bcf

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## Summary

The procurement process undertaken by the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust focused on the provision of ad hoc patient transport services, titled "TRA029 Adhoc Patient Transport - Bristol Ambulance." This procedure falls under the services industry category, specifically ambulance services, and is located in the South West Region of England, UKK23. The process was marked as complete and utilised a direct procurement method without competition, as it was below the threshold. The contract was awarded to Bristol Ambulance Ems Limited on 1st April 2026, with the signing date aligning and a contract period lasting until 31st March 2027. This procurement addresses the necessity for supplemental transport services to ensure continuity of care when existing arrangements cannot fulfil demands or require specialist interventions.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare and transport services, particularly those with expertise in providing ambulance services. Large firms like Bristol Ambulance Ems Limited are well-suited to compete in such procurement processes, although the direct procurement method implies limited competition under this specific contract. With a total gross value of £72,000, businesses well-versed in rapid response and adaptable service provision can enhance their reputation and build relationships within the public health sector. Such engagements may lead to prospective dealings with other NHS trusts, thereby expanding their operational footprint within the public healthcare delivery system.

## Notice

Provision of ad hoc patient transport services to support continuity of care where existing contracted transport arrangements are unable to meet demand or provide specialist requirements. Services are delivered on an as-required basis.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038122-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £60,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 5DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRISTOL AMBULANCE EMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85143000 - Ambulance services

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 14:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038122-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038122-2026
  27th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/

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