Planning

Service for ward dishwashers

MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST

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Planning

19 Jan 2026 at 10:16

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Service for ward dishwashers" is currently in the planning stage, initiated by the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. This contract involves the servicing of parts and labour for ward dishwashers, aligning with the industry category of "Parts of dishwashing machines and of machines for cleaning, filling, packing, or wrapping" under CPV code 42970000. The procurement method is a tender, and key engagement activities are scheduled to conclude by 20th January 2026. The delivery addresses for this procurement span multiple regions, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World. Interested parties should note that further tender documents will be released after the expression of interest stage closes.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialised in providing service maintenance for dishwashing equipment, particularly those with a capability to service wide geographical locations as specified. Large enterprises, rather than SMEs or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), may find this opportunity well-suited due to the procurement’s scale and requirements. For businesses looking to expand their operations within the public health sector, partnering with an organisation like the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust can enhance visibility and credibility within the market, providing a robust platform for business growth and networking.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Service for ward dishwashers

Notice Description

service contract for ward dishwashers parts and labour Additional information: Tender documents will be published once the expression of interest has closed

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/124d07d3-1cb3-4099-a94c-58a502fecf13
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42970000 - Parts of dishwashing machines and of machines for cleaning, filling, packing or wrapping

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Jan 2026Today
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Sarah Stevens
Contact Email
sarahstevens@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME16 9QQ
Post Town
Rochester
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Barming Heath & Teston
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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