999 Urgent and Emergency Ambulance Services

The NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board has concluded the award stage of the procurement process for the "999 Urgent and Emergency Ambulance Services" contract. Categorized under Health Care Services, this contract, classified as ambulance services (CPV: 85143000), focuses on providing urgent and emergency care across the south west region (UKK2). The contract spans from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2027, with an approximate value of £811,000,000.

The procurement employed the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Direct Award Process A, precluding the need for prior publication of a call for competition. No conflicts of interest were identified, and the award was sanctioned by relevant parties under organizational standing financial protocols. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in health care services, particularly those equipped to deliver comprehensive ambulance services.

As the contract has been awarded to the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust, SMEs with a strong background in medical response units or supporting emergency services can leverage this information to identify potential future collaborations or similar contracts. The substantial contract value and extensive regional coverage underscore a substantial market presence and service demand, making it an attractive proposition for businesses focusing on scaling service delivery in the health care sector.