Tender

Podiatric Equipment Servicing

KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 18:03

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a supplier for the servicing of 'DeSoutter' podiatric equipment. The procurement falls under the "Repair and maintenance services of medical and surgical equipment" category (CPV 50420000) and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom, specifically Ashford (TN25 4AZ). The tender is currently in the "Tender" stage, with a closing date for submissions on 7th March 2025. The contract's initial term is two years, starting on 2nd April 2025, with an option to extend for an additional two years, potentially making the total contract length up to 48 months.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in the maintenance and repair of medical equipment, particularly those experienced with 'DeSoutter' products. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the procurement method is an open procedure below the threshold. Successful bidders will be able to secure a consistent revenue stream over the contract duration, with preventative annual servicing and reactive maintenance required. The open procedure seeks competitive bids, making it a lucrative opportunity for well-established service providers or those looking to expand within the health services sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Podiatric Equipment Servicing

Notice Description

The aim of this procurement exercise is to procure a supplier whom can provide maintenance to the Authority's 'DeSoutter' Equipment, utilising genuine Desoutter parts and providing warranty, that support delivery of our Podiatric Surgery services, including preventative (annual servicing) and reactive maintenance to the specified equipment. The contract will run for two years, with an optional two-year extension, to a maximum term of 48 months. This will provide two annual services in the initial contract term, followed by two further annual services within the optional extension term, and any maintenance or repair work required thought both contract terms. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. The reference for this project/opportunity in the Atamis portal is C340621. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2ed3ac92-bb69-480e-816a-0e5373345f04
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aef6e523-66de-4e52-90c8-30224ba38d39
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50420000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and surgical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2025 - 1 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH NHS 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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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