Provision of Secure Patient Transport

The Tees, Esk & Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract for the provision of secure patient transport services to Secure Care UK Limited. This procurement, classified under the health services category, was completed through an open procedure under the Provider Selection Regime. The services will cover secure transport for patient relocation or treatment across England, Scotland, and Wales.

The contract commences following a mobilisation period with an estimated start date of 1st November 2025. Key dates include the award date on 1st August 2025, with mobilisation beginning immediately after. The procurement process ended successfully with the intent to award letters published on 18th June 2025, and no challenges were raised during the subsequent standstill period.

This procurement creates significant opportunities for businesses involved in medical transport services. Companies providing secure patient transport solutions, particularly those equipped with vehicles such as ambulances and patient-transport vehicles, are well-suited to engage with such contracts. Additionally, businesses aiming to expand into the public health sector or those focusing on service sustainability, integration, and social value can benefit from this tender.

The contract's competitive nature, evaluated 57% on quality criteria including innovation, access improvement, and social value, alongside a 43% focus on pricing, encourages innovative approaches and affordable pricing from suppliers. This contract not only facilitates business growth in the health services domain but also supports strategic collaborations and partnerships in the medical transport industry.