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Open for bidsUnited KingdomServicesFramework agreement£25,000,000

National Framework Agreement for the provision of Secure Patient Transport Services

Published
Published 16 July 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 17 August 2026 (24 days left)

Overview

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is reopening its National Framework Agreement for the provision of secure patient transport services to support mental health patient requirements. The framework, valued at approximately £25 million, is open to new applicants and suppliers appointed at this second reopening will be awarded agreements of up to 2 years duration. The framework is available for use by all relevant authorities across England and Wales, including NHS trusts, integrated care boards, and local authorities.

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Services
Estimated value
£25,000,000
Procedure
Open
Contract type
Framework agreement
Published
16 July 2026
Deadline
17 August 2026
Classification (CPV)
Patient-transport vehiclesTransport services (excl. Waste transport)Health servicesAmbulance services

Notice history

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  1. Contract Notice

    16 July 2026

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