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This is a notice of intention to make an award in respect of the Most Suitable Provider (MSP) Process for the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Services for all ages (Lot 1: North West and Lot 2: North East and Yorkshire). For the avoidance of doubt, this is an intention to award notice. A notice of the confirmation of the award of each contract will be issued once they are signed.<br/><br/>The service is commissioned in England for two specific indications in line with NHS England published Service Specification: Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for decompression illness/gas embolism (all ages).<br/>https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-services-all-ages-Service-specification-January-2025.pdf<br/><br/>The aim of the service is to deliver Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) where clinically appropriate for those suffering from Decompression Illness (DCI) or Gas Embolism.<br/><br/>The above aim will be achieved by:<br/>(a) Providing 24 hour a day access to specialist clinical assessment by a Hyperbaric physician for patients who have symptoms following diving or exposure to altered pressure environment, or who may have had gas enter their circulation by another mechanism (gas embolism).<br/>(b) Where appropriate, onward referral or discharge of patients who do not require HBOT<br/>treatment for Decompression Illness (DCI) or Gas Embolism.<br/>(c) 24-hour access to HBOT where clinically appropriate.<br/>(d) HBOT delivered in facilities that are well maintained, comply with all relevant regulations, and follow best practice guidelines.<br/>(e) HBOT facilities are staffed with suitably qualified, experienced teams with skills that are actively maintained.<br/>(f) The delivery of care that is integrated with other services including the Emergency Department, Intensive Care, and other healthcare professionals as required.<br/>(g) Wherever possible, supporting the return of the service user to their pre-injury level of function, including referral to return to diving assessment if appropriate.<br/>(h) Engaging in relevant research and development of HBOT and actively engage in national audit and data collection for the HBOT service.<br/>(i) Working with relevant agencies and clinicians to support education and prevention initiatives.<br/><br/>Decompression Illness<br/>Decompression illness arises from exposure to an altered pressure environment, most often from diving. There is a total of approximately 150 - 200 cases in England per year.<br/><br/>Gas embolism<br/>Cases of gas embolism arise from introduction of gas into a patient’s circulation, most often inadvertently during a medical procedure (iatrogenic gas embolism). There are currently approximately 10 cases in England per year. <br/><br/>The Commissioner intends to award contracts following the Most Suitable Process to 2 providers which are existing providers of this service. <br/><br/>The approximate lifetime value of the contract for both Lots is £13,887,945.<br/><br/>The services will start on 1st April 2026 and the initial period will run until 30th September 3030 with an option to extend for up to a further 1+1 years ( full contract term 6.5 years).
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Lots Won | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HYPERBARIC TREATMENT and TRAINING SERVICES LIMITED | - | £6,965,741 | 1 lot Lot 1 - North West | - |
| NORTH OF ENGLAND MEDICAL HYPERBARIC SERVICES LIMITED | 03373813 | £6,992,204 | 1 lot Lot 2 : North East & Yorkshire | - |
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This procurement was divided into 2 lots, each awarded separately. 2 bids were received in total.
| Lot | Value | Bids Received | Awarded To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 Lot 1 - North West | £6,965,741 initial term | 1 single bid — no competition | HYPERBARIC TREATMENT and TRAINING SERVICES LIMITED | active |
| Lot 2 Lot 2 : North East & Yorkshire | £6,992,204 initial term | 1 single bid — no competition | NORTH OF ENGLAND MEDICAL HYPERBARIC SERVICES LIMITED | active |
Weightings from the notice, applied to every lot.
Government spending data: These suppliers have received £7,276,199 in 132 payments (over £25k) from NHS England (2014-06-30 to 2024-12-31).
Changes the buyer published to this notice after it first appeared.
This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) confirmation of contract award notice. This contract has been awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Procurement Act Regulations 2023 do not apply to this award. These contracts have now been formally awarded using the Most Suitable Provider Process.As a result of this procurement exercise the commissioner has awarded contracts for the following Lots:Lot 1: North West -The contract was formally awarded on 1st April 2026 and the approximate lifetime value of the contract is estimated to be £7,308,073.00.Lot 2: North East & Yorkshire - The contract was formally awarded on 1st April 2026 and the approximate lifetime value of the contract is estimated to be £7,341,321.00The services commenced on 1st April 2026 and the initial period will run until 30th September 3030, with an option to extend for up to a further 1+1 years ( full contract term 6.5 years) this applies to both lots.The decision makers for this process were the NHS England’s National Commissioning Group.There were no conflicts of interests declared in reaching the decision to award.