Planning

Low Vision Aids

NSS NATIONAL PROCUREMENT

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Planning

01 Jun 2022 at 07:59

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NSS National Procurement is preparing to launch a tender for "Low Vision Aids" aimed at supporting the National Low Vision Service for Scotland. This procurement falls under the goods category within the optical aids industry, and it is set to begin in July 2022. The initiative will roll out over four years across all geographical areas of Scotland, expecting to assess approximately 20,000 patients by the end of the 2026/27 financial year. The expected total contract value is £3.5 million, which includes an initial 4-year term with the possibility of two 12-month extensions. Interested suppliers should note that the notification is currently in the planning stage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in optical aids and related medical supplies, particularly those capable of supplying items such as magnifiers, vision charts, and electronic/digital aids. Companies that can meet the diverse needs of the National Low Vision Service, especially those with the capability to deliver to rural and island locations across Scotland, will be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this procurement process could substantially enhance market reach and contribute to growth within the healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Low Vision Aids

Notice Description

The purpose of this Prior Information Notice is to alert interested suppliers of the commencement of a new procurement for Low Vision Aids to support the National Low Vision Service for Scotland. The framework agreement will be tendered in July 2022 and will cover the supply to multiple primary care locations within all geographical Health Board regions, including rural and island locations. The Service will be implemented as a phased rollout over 4 years. Although this list may be subject to change it is anticipated that the types of aid required will include, but not be restricted to: UV filters, Hand-held, Pocket and Stand Magnifiers, Monoculars, Spectacle Mounted Kits, Task Lamps, Vision Charts, Electronic Magnifiers and Non-optical aids.

Lot Information

General Low Vision Aids

The supply of a range of low vision aids. A full list of the aids required will be provided within the tender documents but is expected that the supply of a wheeled carry case to support the secure transportation of a subset of aids necessary to conduct assessments within a domiciliary setting will also be required.

Low Vision Test Charts

A full list of charts will be provided with the tender documents. While subject to change, it is anticipated that the following test charts will be required: 4M ETDRS LogMAR distance visual acuity chart, Bailey-Lovie NV chart, Pelli-Robson contrast sensitivity chart, McClure Reading test type, LogMAR Kay Picture test Linear crowded book.

Electronic/Digital Magnifiers

The supply of electronic/digital magnifiers. The requirement for this Lot will be confirmed within the tender documents.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03425e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015288-2022
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38624000 - Optical aids

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Jul 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NSS NATIONAL PROCUREMENT
Contact Name
Sharon Muir
Contact Email
sharon.muir@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 07855137179

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Further Information

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