--- title: "Provision of Patient Transport Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000675729" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000675729" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000675729.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000675729.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS GRAMPIAN" published: "2021-12-03" --- # Provision of Patient Transport Services Buyer: NHS GRAMPIAN Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000675729 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000675729) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000675729.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves NHS Grampian seeking suppliers for a Framework Agreement titled "Provision of Patient Transport Services," focusing on the healthcare industry. This tender is currently in the active tender stage, with submissions due by 12:00 on 17 January 2022. The main delivery locations include Aberdeen, Banff, Elgin, Inverurie, Peterhead, and Stonehaven, with a total estimated value of £1,600,000. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, allowing wide participation from interested parties. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in patient transport services, particularly those with experience in healthcare logistics and compliance with NHS standards. Companies capable of providing reliable transportation, particularly for renal patients and emergency situations requiring immediate response, may find this tender especially relevant. The framework will allow for ongoing engagement with NHS Grampian, potentially leading to further contracts or collaborations in the future. ## Notice This is a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Patient Transport Services (Especially Renal Patients and other categories of Patients). The Authority's requirements are for patients without access to alternative transport options, such as relatives/friends or the voluntary sector. This will include those patients whose own transport arrangements are temporarily unavailable. The Renal Service within NHS Grampian is based in units at the following sites: Aberdeen, Stonehaven, Inverurie, Peterhead, Elgin, and Banff. The total number of lots is 8 (1 for each of the 6 dialysis units, 1 for journeys to satellite Renal Units out with a patient's local area or to ARI, and 1 for journeys to and from RI of Glasgow or Edinburgh). From the tenders received, the Authority intends to appoint a minimum of one provider each for lots 2-6 and a maximum of two providers to lots 1, 7, and 8. The service is required 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. Please refer to the ITT Documents on PCS-Tender for more information. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Aberdeen City and Environs The Lot involves transporting patients (especially renal patients) within Aberdeen City's geographical area to and from the Aberdeen Royal Infirmary Hospital and other hospitals within the city. A maximum of 2 providers will be appointed onto this lot. Further information is available on the Specification and ITT doc.. Please see ITT Docs on PCS-Tender for further information. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for a period of three years and with the option to extend for an additional one year at the authority's discretion. The Authority also reserves the right to extend beyond the four periods of the framework agreement where there is an urgent clinical and business need to do so or due to any circumstances beyond her control. Lot 2 - Banff & Environs The Lot involves transporting patients within the Banff and environs area to and from Chalmers Hospital. A minimum of 1 provider will be appointed onto this lot. Further information is available on the Specification and ITT doc.. Please check the ITT Docs on PCS-Tender for further information. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for a period of three years and with the option to extend for an additional one year at the authority's discretion. The Authority also reserves the right to extend beyond the four periods of the framework agreement where there is an urgent clinical and business need to do so or due to any circumstances beyond her control. Lot 3 - Elgin & Environs This Lot involves transporting patients within Elgin and environs to and from Dr. Grays Hospital. A minimum of 1 provider will be appointed to this lot. Further information is available on the Specification and ITT.. Please check the ITT Docs on PCS-Tender for further information. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for a period of three years and with the option to extend for an additional one year at the authority's discretion. The Authority also reserves the right to extend beyond the four periods of the framework agreement where there is an urgent clinical and business need to do so or due to any circumstances beyond her control. Lot 4 - Inverurie & Environs This Lot involves transporting patients within Inverurie and environs to and from Inverurie Hospital. A minimum of 1 provider will be appointed to this lot. Further information is available on the Specification and ITT doc.. Please check the ITT Docs on PCS-Tender for further information. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for a period of three years and with the option to extend for an additional one year at the authority's discretion. The Authority also reserves the right to extend beyond the four periods of the framework agreement where there is an urgent clinical and business need to do so or due to any circumstances beyond her control. Lot 5 - Peterhead & Environ The Lot involves transporting patients within Peterhead and environs to and from Peterhead Community Hospital. A minimum of 1 provider will be appointed to this lot. Further information is available on the Specification and ITT.. Please check the ITT Docs on PCS-Tender for further information. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for a period of three years and with the option to extend for an additional one year at the authority's discretion. The Authority also reserves the right to extend beyond the four periods of the framework agreement where there is an urgent clinical and business need to do so or due to any circumstances beyond her control. Lot 6 - Stonehaven & Environs The Lot involves transporting patients within the Stonehaven and environs area to and from Kincardine Community Hospital. A minimum of 1 provider will be appointed onto this lot. Further information is available on the Specification and ITT doc.. Please check the ITT Docs on PCS-Tender for further information. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for a period of three years and with the option to extend for an additional one year at the authority's discretion. The Authority also reserves the right to extend beyond the four periods of the framework agreement where there is an urgent clinical and business need to do so or due to any circumstances beyond her control. Lot 7- Journeys across NHS Grampian sites to non-local satellite hospitals or to the ARI This Lot covers the transportation of patients to other hospitals outside their geographical area including the Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.. Please check the ITT Docs on PCS-Tender for further information. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for a period of three years and with the option to extend for an additional one year at the authority's discretion. The Authority also reserves the right to extend beyond the four periods of the framework agreement where there is an urgent clinical and business need to do so or due to any circumstances beyond her control. Lot 8 - Journeys from across NHS Grampian to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary or Glasgow Royal Infirmary This Lot covers the transportation of Patients to hospitals in Edinburgh or Glasgow. Providers may be required to pick up patients from across Grampian and to hospitals in Edinburgh or Glasgow or to any other hospitals outside the Grampian region. For these journeys, the potential providers will be expected to be available at very short notice and journeys could take place anytime including overnight, weekends, and public holidays. A minimum of two providers will be appointed to this lot.. Please check the ITT Docs on PCS-Tender for further information. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for a period of three years and with the option to extend for an additional one year at the authority's discretion. The Authority also reserves the right to extend beyond the four periods of the framework agreement where there is an urgent clinical and business need to do so or due to any circumstances beyond her control. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434720 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,600,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS GRAMPIAN | | Locality | ABERDEEN | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB15 6RE | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | | Local authority | Aberdeen City | | Electoral ward | Kingswells/Sheddocksley/Summerhill | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North | | Delivery location | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland, TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) - 60120000 - Taxi services ## Release History - 3 Dec 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434720 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434720 Provision of Patient Transport Services - This is a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Patient Transport Services (Especially Renal Patients and other categories of Patients). The Authority's requirements are for patients without access to alternative transport options, such as relatives/friends or the voluntary sector. This will include those patients whose own transport arrangements are temporarily unavailable. The Renal Service within NHS Grampian is based in units at the following sites: Aberdeen, Stonehaven, Inverurie, Peterhead, Elgin, and Banff. The total number of lots is 8 (1 for each of the 6 dialysis units, 1 for journeys to satellite Renal Units out with a patient's local area or to ARI, and 1 for journeys to and from RI of Glasgow or Edinburgh). From the tenders received, the Authority intends to appoint a minimum of one provider each for lots 2-6 and a maximum of two providers to lots 1, 7, and 8. The service is required 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. Please refer to the ITT Documents on PCS-Tender for more information. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.nhsgrampian.org - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000675729 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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