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23 Jun 2026 at 16:25

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29 May 2026 at 11:28

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26 Feb 2026 at 15:47

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01 Jul 2025 at 12:28

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30 Jun 2025 at 16:32

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24 Oct 2023 at 14:20

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24 Oct 2023 at 14:20

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02 Mar 2022 at 16:44

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04 Nov 2021 at 16:25

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Glasgow City Council focuses on the supply and delivery of Bathing and Showering Aids within the medical equipment sector, specifically designed to cater to the needs of individuals requiring such aids, including shower chairs, stools, and baths. The procurement is held in Glasgow, under the region UKM82, and is conducted through a dynamic purchasing system (DPS) framework that allows for selective engagement using a restricted procedure. The framework aims to ensure flexible and continuous purchase of necessary equipment over a considerable term. The latest award status, tagged under "complete", was declared after the selective procedure concluded on 1st April 2026, involving Glasgow City Council as the buyer and Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Limited as the supplier. The contract was awarded with an estimated value of GBP 998,375.

This tender provides robust growth prospects for businesses within the medical and healthcare equipment sector, especially those specialising in goods tailored for the elderly and disabled. The DPS framework offers significant opportunities for diverse companies able to supply, install, and maintain community equipment, thereby fostering innovation and improved service delivery in a competitive environment. SMEs and large enterprises with expertise and a track record in handling high-quality product delivery and adherence to environmental sustainability standards, fair work practices, and competitive pricing can benefit greatly. Furthermore, there is potential for these businesses to engage with Glasgow City Council's broader list of categories under the DPS, ensuring varied procurement needs are met over time, enhancing business scope and capabilities in the region.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

The Supply and Delivery of Bathing and Showering Aids

Notice Description

Supply and Delivery of various bathing and showering aids.The types of bathing and showering aids covered by this contract include shower chairs, shower stools, bath steps and bath seats.

Lot Information

Supply of Moving and Handling Equipment

Equipment to aid the moving and handling of people with varying needs and mobility requirements within a variety of settings.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply of Beds and Bed Accessories

Specialist and non specialist beds for people with various needs and reduced mobility. Equipment can include but not limited to Adjustable and profiling beds.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply of Mattresses and Pressure Care Equipment

Specialist and non specialist mattresses suitable for various bed sizes and types. Equipment in this category is to also include various pressure relief equipment suitable for all categories of pressure sores.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply of Walking Aids

Equipment to aid and assist people with varying needs and mobility requirements to move around both in and outwith the home environment.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply of Seating and Accessories

Specialist and non specialist seating solutions including compatible accessories.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply of Bathing and Showering Equipment

Equipment to aid and assist people with various levels of mobility needs in all aspects of bathing and showering.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply of Bariatric Equipment

A variety of specialist and non specialist equipment to aid and assist bariatric patients

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply of Daily Living Aids

Equipment to aid and assist people with various mobility and function needs with general daily living tasks and activities within various settings

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply of Paediatric Equipment

Specialist and non specialist equipment to aid and assist children with varying needs.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply of Suction Machines

Equipment to aid and assist people with various respiratory needs.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply only and/or Supply and Installation of Sensory Impairment Equipment

Various equipment to aid and assist people with sensory impairment needs. Items may be procured via a supply only contract or in some cases it may be specified that there is a requirement for supply and installation, this will be detailed in any subsequent tender exercises under this category.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply of Wheelchairs

Motorised and non motorised wheeled chairs and other devices to aid and assist people with varying mobility requirements.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply only and/or Supply and Installation of Evacuation Chairs

Supply and Installation of Equipment to aid and assist the evacuation of people with various mobility and functional needs.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply only and/or Supply and Installation of Wheelchair and Mobility Ramps

Supply and Installation of Specialist and Non - Specialist Wheelchair and Mobility Ramps of Various Sizes and Functions.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply of Hoists and Slings

Supply and delivery of bathing and showering aids.The types of bathing and showering aids covered by this contract include shower chairs, shower stools, bath steps and bath seats. Additional information: Award against framework: DPS for the Supply, Installation and Repair and Maintenance of Community Equipment (GCC005127CPU) Contract value is an estimate based on rates submitted. Actual contract value may be more or less than stated.

Options: The council reserves the right to source non-core and additional items from the awarded Supplier.

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Supply only and/or Supply and Installation of Toileting Systems

Automatic toileting systems with a range of functions to aid and assist people with various mobility and functional needs. Equipment may include but not limited to the following: - Automatic WC with integral was and warm air blow dry functions - Electronic toilet seat with integrated bidet and dryer mechanism - Installation of toileting systems - Repairs of toileting systems - Servicing of toileting systems The equipment will be will be located in the following establishments including but not limited to: - Homes for Life - Independent Living in the Community

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Repair and Maintenance of Community Equipment

This may include but not limited to: - Repairs - Servicing - Refurbishment - Removal The equipment will be will be located in the following establishments including but not limited to: - Homes For Life - Educational Establishments - Independent Living in the Community

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Thorough Examinations of Community Equipment

Thorough Examinations under the HSE requirements of Lifting Operations Regulations 1998 (LOLER) and Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)

Renewal: Initial term for the DPS is 84 months. Further to this the council reserves the right to extend for a further 3 periods of 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02f3c5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059119-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

42 - Industrial machinery

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

24111500 - Medical gases

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

33100000 - Medical equipments

33141720 - Walking aids

33192100 - Beds for medical use

33192110 - Orthopaedic beds

33192120 - Hospital beds

33192130 - Motorised beds

33192150 - Therapy beds

33192600 - Lifting equipment for health care sector

33193000 - Invalid carriages, wheelchairs and associated devices

33193100 - Invalid carriages and wheelchairs

33193120 - Wheelchairs

33193121 - Motorised wheelchairs

33193200 - Parts and accessories for invalid carriages and wheelchairs

33193220 - Parts and accessories for wheelchairs

33196000 - Medical aids

33196100 - Devices for the elderly

33196200 - Devices for the disabled

33662000 - Medicinal products for sensory organs

34953000 - Access ramps

39110000 - Seats, chairs and related products, and associated parts

39111000 - Seats

39112000 - Chairs

39113000 - Miscellaneous seats and chairs

39143112 - Mattresses

39295400 - Walking sticks

39522510 - Pneumatic mattresses

42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts

42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment

42416110 - Bath lifts

44410000 - Articles for the bathroom and kitchen

45211310 - Bathrooms construction work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

85121291 - Paediatric services

85323000 - Community health services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£56,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,626,520 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20233 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active, Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Glasgow City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 1DU
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland, TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

Accora Ltd

Aidapt Bathrooms Ltd

Careflex Ltd

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Limited

Drive DeVilbiss Sidhil Ltd

Prism UK Medical Ltd

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