Planning

NP56425

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)

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Planning

24 Jan 2025 at 11:58

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is planning a tender for the supply of beds and mattresses to NHS Scotland, classified under the industry category 'Beds for medical use' (CPV 33192100). The procurement process is in the planning stage, with key activities to commence around 31st July 2025. The location for delivery is within the UK (UKM region). The procurement category is 'goods,' and it involves providing various types of beds, including Electric Profiling Beds (EPB), and mattresses to NHS Scotland's Acute and Community sectors.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the medical supply industry to expand their market presence and engage in the supply chain for NHS Scotland. Companies specialising in healthcare furniture, particularly those with expertise in producing medical beds and mattresses, would be well-suited to compete. Given the centralised purchasing nature and the substantial scope of the contract to cover multiple NHS Boards, it is a lucrative prospect for both established and emerging suppliers in this niche market. The outlined procurement method is aimed at fostering comprehensive supplier engagement and ensuring ample time for interested parties to prepare their bids.

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Notice Title

NP56425

Notice Description

Supply of Beds and Mattresses to NHS Scotland direct to Boards.

Lot Information

Lot 1

For the supply and delivery of beds and mattresses across NHS Scotland. The range of products includes the Supply of Healthcare Beds & Mattresses and provides Electric Profiling Beds (EPB) and a range of Mattresses used within NHS Scotland's Acute and Community sectors.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04d605
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002506-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33192100 - Beds for medical use

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Jul 2025Expired
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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
irene.taft@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312756000

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

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