An urgent award was made under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) to Yorkshire Ambulance Service (YAS) to provide patient transport support between the labour ward and maternity ward following the unplanned failure of two lifts. The loss of lift access created a significant risk to patient safety and staff, necessitating immediate mitigation to maintain safe and continuous clinical operations. The service was required on a temporary basis from 31/05/2026 to 11/06/2026, ensuring the safe movement of patients while lift functionality was restored.

This notice confirms that an urgent award has been made under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) due to unforeseen circumstances impacting patient safety and service continuity. The contract was awarded to Yorkshire Ambulance Service (YAS) for the provision of ambulance and patient transport services to facilitate the safe movement of patients between the labour ward and maternity ward following the failure of two lifts. The loss of lift access presented a significant risk to both patients and staff, requiring immediate mitigation measures.
The service was delivered on a temporary basis between 31/05/2026 and 11/06/2026, ensuring continuity of care and safe patient transfers during the period of disruption. The total lifetime value of this contract is £27,740.