QHM-2025-6723 00P ERS Medical

NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board has engaged in a public procurement process titled "QHM-2025-6723 00P ERS Medical," focusing on medical practice services, specifically patient transport. The procurement falls under the services category and employs a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) under Health Care Services Regulations 2023. The procurement was executed by direct award without prior competition call and relates to the Sunderland area of the UKC region.

The contract, valued at £398,953, commences on 01 April 2025 and concludes on 31 March 2026. This tender has progressed through the selection and award stages. The formal award was confirmed on 16 July 2025 following a standstill period.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for established medical service providers proficient in patient logistics and transport. The project is ideal for businesses already equipped with resources in the North East UK or those looking to expand into this region. The sole bidder, an existing provider named EMED Group, was awarded the contract, indicating opportunities for businesses with significant expertise and established operations in healthcare logistics to engage in similar contracts.

Competitive businesses with capacity in medical transport solutions may benefit from exploring future tenders under similar regulatory frameworks to expand their service footprint.