Framework for Deceased Patient Transport Services

There will be a requirement for a service provider/s to undertake approximately 2000 patient removals within the financial year. It is expected that the company:

• Have at least one vehicle suitable in carrying up to four deceased patients and other suitable vehicles and staff available to fulfil this contract.
• Have at least five refrigerated storage spaces available for use by the HM Coroner
• Transfers only those that require post mortem to the Public and Forensic mortuary in Bradford.
• Must tag bodies immediately on arrival with the correct information
• Must be prepared to allow the family nominated Funeral Director or their representatives on to the service provider/s site to collect the deceased when appropriate where permissions have been granted by the Coroners Officer should the patient not require a post mortem.

Please note that sites will be inspected prior to an award of contract. This will include identifying the availability of refrigerated space, accessibility, fabric of the building and vehicles and number of staff available.