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Paediatric Orthotic Services

KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST

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28 Jan 2026 at 10:31

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process under discussion involves the award of a contract for Paediatric Orthotic Services by Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust, a reputable healthcare organisation located in Ashford, England. This award, as of January 2026, marks the conclusion of the tender process, which is part of the healthcare services category (CPV code: 85111600) and spans the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from an established framework agreement (SBS10247). The awarded contract is set to last from November 2025 to November 2027 with potential extensions, holding a total estimated value of £1,470,000. The procurement stage is the award phase, indicative of a completed tendering process.

This contract presents valuable opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in the healthcare services sector, particularly those specialising in orthotic products and services. By participating in such contracts, businesses can significantly enhance their portfolio in public health service delivery, fostering growth and presence in the public sector market. SMEs capable of offering cost-effective and accessible specialist orthosis services would be well-positioned to compete effectively, especially given the emphasis on community-based care tailored to meet the evolving medical and social needs of children and young people. The procurement path, via a framework agreement, can streamline partnerships and expedite the delivery of services, creating a lucrative environment for committed service providers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Paediatric Orthotic Services

Notice Description

Contract to provide a community-based, cost effective, accessible specialist orthoses service on behalf of Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust (KCHFT) which includes the fitting, maintaining and repairing of orthoses for children and young people in line with the agreed service access criteria, responding to changing medical and social needs of the user. Awarded via framework reference SBS10247 (Orthotics Products and Services - including Prosthetic Services). 24 month contract with two optional 12 month extension opportunities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f77df62-c88d-41fb-bd9f-436e4e22c793
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85111600 - Orthotic services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,470,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,470,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
25 Nov 2025 - 24 Nov 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN25 4AZ
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Goat Lees
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEDFAC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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