Tender

Specialist Wheelchair Seating

BERKSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

20 Dec 2017 at 10:56

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking suppliers for a contract titled "Specialist Wheelchair Seating." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically involving parts and accessories for wheelchairs, and is located in Bracknell, South East England. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with submissions closing on 22nd January 2018. The contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2018 for an initial term of one year, with the possibility of a one-year extension. The total contract value is £60,000, and the method used for this procurement is the open procedure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those within the healthcare supply sector, that specialise in adaptive and bespoke seating systems. Companies that manufacture or supply wheelchair parts, accessories, or provide clinical support services would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The nature of the services required suggests that both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) can participate effectively, enhancing their visibility and growth within the healthcare market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Specialist Wheelchair Seating

Notice Description

The Berkshire East Specialist Wheelchair Service provides mobility services for people across Berkshire east and South Buckinghamshire that are struggling or are unable to walk because of a long term illness or disability. The appointed Supplier will provide clinical support and specialist manufactured items and alternative third party solutions as necessary for the assessment and provision of special seating systems. This will include but will not limited to, foam carve, moulded and foam in place systems for the following - adaptive seating systems, bespoke contoured seating systems, base units, associated product accessories such as: spare / replacement parts and covers. The provision will also involve monthly clinics where new and returning patients will be assessed. The contract shall be for an initial one year term with a further one year extension possible (1+1= 2) with a start date of 1st April 2018. Additional information: Documentation is available from the Trust's e-procurement portal using the link below.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f9249e2c-09f0-4ae8-9967-a721f0c458a1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c4bb3b9-33b6-4cd6-bafa-f1ac5028eea8
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33193220 - Parts and accessories for wheelchairs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 6-12 months
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
BERKSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRACKNELL
Postcode
RG12 1BQ
Post Town
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ15 Berkshire East
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Bracknell Forest
Electoral Ward
Town Centre & The Parks
Westminster Constituency
Bracknell

Further Information

Notice Documents

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