II.1.1) Title
NECS522 NEAS TPP Framework - ITT
Reference number: NECS522
II.1.2) Main CPV code
60000000
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II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
North of England Commissioning Support (NECS) working for and on behalf of NHS North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) to invite proposals from suitably experienced, qualified and resourced providers of Patient Transport, Emergency Conveyance and Associated Services.
The aim is to establish a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of services across all NEAS operational areas inclusive of:
North - Northumberland and North of Tyne
Central - South of Tyne and North Durham
South - South Durham and Teesside
The framework agreement (framework) will be set out into eleven (11) distinct lots, each broken down further into sub-lots to ensure coverage across the above geographical/operational areas. Providers are able and encouraged to bid for any/all of the lots or sub-lots they are capable of delivering.
Further details of the Authority's requirements under the Framework Agreement and Call-Off Contract(s) and other relevant information are detailed in the Specification of Requirements.
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
Support-health@Atamis.co.uk or phone number 0800 9956035
The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 08.00 am - 06.00 pm
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
Yes
Lot No: 1
II.2.1) Title
Lot 1 Taxi Services - Unscheduled Care and PTS
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60120000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKC
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) has been established by the North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS). Its purpose is to invite proposals from suitably experienced, qualified and resourced providers of Patient Transport, Emergency Conveyance and Associated Services.
The aim is to establish a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of services across all NEAS operational areas inclusive of:
North - Northumberland and North of Tyne
Central - South of Tyne and North Durham
South - South Durham and Teesside
Providers are able and encouraged to bid for any/all of the lots or sub-lots they are capable of delivering.
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/04/2025
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Patient Mobility - Walking Patients Only
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
Support-health@Atamis.co.uk or phone number 0800 9956035
The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 08.00 am - 06.00 pm
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.
Lot No: 2
II.2.1) Title
Lot 2 Taxi Services - Unscheduled Care and PTS
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60120000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKC
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) has been established by the North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS). Its purpose is to invite proposals from suitably experienced, qualified and resourced providers of Patient Transport, Emergency Conveyance and Associated Services.
The aim is to establish a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of services across all NEAS operational areas inclusive of:
North - Northumberland and North of Tyne
Central - South of Tyne and North Durham
South - South Durham and Teesside
Providers are able and encouraged to bid for any/all of the lots or sub-lots they are capable of delivering.
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/04/2025
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Patient Mobility: Wheelchair and Walking patients
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
Support-health@Atamis.co.uk or phone number 0800 9956035
The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 08.00 am - 06.00 pm
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.
Lot No: 3
II.2.1) Title
Lot 3 Single Crewed Vehicle - PTS
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60130000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKC
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) has been established by the North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS). Its purpose is to invite proposals from suitably experienced, qualified and resourced providers of Patient Transport, Emergency Conveyance and Associated Services.
The aim is to establish a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of services across all NEAS operational areas inclusive of:
North - Northumberland and North of Tyne
Central - South of Tyne and North Durham
South - South Durham and Teesside
The framework agreement (framework) will be set out into eleven (11) distinct lots, each broken down further into sub-lots to ensure coverage across the above geographical/operational areas.
Providers are able and encouraged to bid for any/all of the lots or sub-lots they are capable of delivering.
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/04/2025
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Patient Mobility: Walking patients only
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
Support-health@Atamis.co.uk or phone number 0800 9956035
The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 08.00 am - 06.00 pm
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.
Lot No: 4
II.2.1) Title
Lot 4 Single Crewed Vehicle - PTS
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60130000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKC
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) has been established by the North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS). Its purpose is to invite proposals from suitably experienced, qualified and resourced providers of Patient Transport, Emergency Conveyance and Associated Services.
The aim is to establish a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of services across all NEAS operational areas inclusive of:
North - Northumberland and North of Tyne
Central - South of Tyne and North Durham
South - South Durham and Teesside
Providers are able and encouraged to bid for any/all of the lots or sub-lots they are capable of delivering.
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/04/2025
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Patient Mobility: Wheelchair and Walking patients
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
Support-health@Atamis.co.uk or phone number 0800 9956035
The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 08.00 am - 06.00 pm
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.
Lot No: 5
II.2.1) Title
Lot 5 Double Crewed Vehicle - PTS
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60130000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKC
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) has been established by the North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS). Its purpose is to invite proposals from suitably experienced, qualified and resourced providers of Patient Transport, Emergency Conveyance and Associated Services.
The aim is to establish a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of services across all NEAS operational areas inclusive of:
North - Northumberland and North of Tyne
Central - South of Tyne and North Durham
South - South Durham and Teesside
Providers are able and encouraged to bid for any/all of the lots or sub-lots they are capable of delivering.
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/04/2025
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Patient Mobility: Walking patients only
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
Support-health@Atamis.co.uk or phone number 0800 9956035
The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 08.00 am - 06.00 pm
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.
Lot No: 6
II.2.1) Title
Lot 6 Double Crewed Vehicle - PTS
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60130000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKC
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) has been established by the North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS). Its purpose is to invite proposals from suitably experienced, qualified and resourced providers of Patient Transport, Emergency Conveyance and Associated Services.
The aim is to establish a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of services across all NEAS operational areas inclusive of:
North - Northumberland and North of Tyne
Central - South of Tyne and North Durham
South - South Durham and Teesside
Providers are able and encouraged to bid for any/all of the lots or sub-lots they are capable of delivering.
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/04/2025
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Patient Mobility: Wheelchair and walking patients
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
Support-health@Atamis.co.uk or phone number 0800 9956035
The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 08.00 am - 06.00 pm
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.
Lot No: 7
II.2.1) Title
Lot 7 Double Crewed Vehicle - PTS
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60130000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKC
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) has been established by the North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS). Its purpose is to invite proposals from suitably experienced, qualified and resourced providers of Patient Transport, Emergency Conveyance and Associated Services.
The aim is to establish a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of services across all NEAS operational areas inclusive of:
North - Northumberland and North of Tyne
Central - South of Tyne and North Durham
South - South Durham and Teesside
Providers are able and encouraged to bid for any/all of the lots or sub-lots they are capable of delivering.
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/04/2025
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Patient Mobility: Stretcher patients
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
Support-health@Atamis.co.uk or phone number 0800 9956035
The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 08.00 am - 06.00 pm
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.
Lot No: 8
II.2.1) Title
Lot 8 Single Crewed Vehicle - Unscheduled Care
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
85142000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKC
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) has been established by the North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS). Its purpose is to invite proposals from suitably experienced, qualified and resourced providers of Patient Transport, Emergency Conveyance and Associated Services.
The aim is to establish a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of services across all NEAS operational areas inclusive of:
North - Northumberland and North of Tyne
Central - South of Tyne and North Durham
South - South Durham and Teesside
Providers are able and encouraged to bid for any/all of the lots or sub-lots they are capable of delivering.
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/04/2025
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Clinical Skill Level: Paramedic
Additional Descriptor: Emergency Response Rapid Response Vehicle (RRV)
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
Support-health@Atamis.co.uk or phone number 0800 9956035
The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 08.00 am - 06.00 pm
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.
Lot No: 9
II.2.1) Title
Lot 9 Double Crewed Ambulance (DCA) - Unscheduled Care
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
85143000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKC
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) has been established by the North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS). Its purpose is to invite proposals from suitably experienced, qualified and resourced providers of Patient Transport, Emergency Conveyance and Associated Services.
The aim is to establish a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of services across all NEAS operational areas inclusive of:
North - Northumberland and North of Tyne
Central - South of Tyne and North Durham
South - South Durham and Teesside
Providers are able and encouraged to bid for any/all of the lots or sub-lots they are capable of delivering.
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/04/2025
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Clinical Skill Level: Non-Paramedic
Patient Mobility: Stretcher Patients
Additional Descriptor: Urgent Care
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
Support-health@Atamis.co.uk or phone number 0800 9956035
The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 08.00 am - 06.00 pm
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.
Lot No: 10
II.2.1) Title
Lot 10 Double Crewed Ambulance (DCA) - Unscheduled Care
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
85143000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKC
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) has been established by the North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS). Its purpose is to invite proposals from suitably experienced, qualified and resourced providers of Patient Transport, Emergency Conveyance and Associated Services.
The aim is to establish a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of services across all NEAS operational areas inclusive of:
North - Northumberland and North of Tyne
Central - South of Tyne and North Durham
South - South Durham and Teesside
Providers are able and encouraged to bid for any/all of the lots or sub-lots they are capable of delivering.
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/04/2025
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Clinical Skill Level: Technician-led
Patient Mobility: Stretcher patients
Additional Descriptor: Emergency Response
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
Support-health@Atamis.co.uk or phone number 0800 9956035
The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 08.00 am - 06.00 pm
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.
Lot No: 11
II.2.1) Title
Lot 11 Double Crewed Ambulance (DCA) - Unscheduled Care
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
85142000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKC
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) has been established by the North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS). Its purpose is to invite proposals from suitably experienced, qualified and resourced providers of Patient Transport, Emergency Conveyance and Associated Services.
The aim is to establish a Framework Agreement to cover the provision of services across all NEAS operational areas inclusive of:
North - Northumberland and North of Tyne
Central - South of Tyne and North Durham
South - South Durham and Teesside
Providers are able and encouraged to bid for any/all of the lots or sub-lots they are capable of delivering.
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/04/2025
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Clinical Skill Level: Paramedic-led
Patient Mobility: Stretcher patients
Additional Descriptor: Emergency Response
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
Support-health@Atamis.co.uk or phone number 0800 9956035
The helpdesk is open Monday - Friday between 08.00 am - 06.00 pm
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.
NECS is utilising an electronic tendering tool to manage this competition and communicate with potential providers. Accordingly, there will be no hard copy documents issued to potential providers and all communications with NECS, including response submissions, will be conducted via the Atamis portal at: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. It is free to register on the portal and it can be accessed at any time of day providing you have a working internet connection. Should providers have any queries, or are having problems registering on the portal; they should contact the Atamis helpdesk via:
The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12:00 noon 29 August 2024.