This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

09 Jan 2026 at 13:28

Tender

02 Jul 2025 at 15:01

Planning

20 Mar 2025 at 10:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerning ECG Electrodes, conducted by the Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has been completed. This tender, identified under project code NP621/25, involves the provision of ECG Electrodes including various specialised types such as Adult Holter, Paediatric Monitoring, and Neonatal Pre-wired electrodes. The process took place in the region of UKM (Scotland) under the classification of Medical Consumables. An open procurement method was used, marked by an award stage as of 6 January 2026. The procurement involves two key lots, namely Adult ECG Electrodes and Paediatric and Neonatal ECG Electrodes, which were awarded contracts valued at £750,000 and £100,000 respectively. The procurement framework allows for a potential renewal, accentuating the long-term engagement with the awarded suppliers.

Engaging in this contract presents a strategic growth opportunity for businesses that provide medical consumables, particularly those specialising in ECG technology. With the awarded contracts spanning a significant monetary value, there is ample scope for suppliers within this sector to enhance their market presence not only in Scotland but potentially across the UK. Companies that can demonstrate robust product evaluation, comprehensive service and support, as well as adherence to sustainability are well-positioned to partake in future renewal opportunities. Given the open procedure, the procurement process was accessible to a broad range of firms, including SMEs, and highlights the importance of holding substantial liability insurance, making it particularly suitable for established companies in the healthcare supply chain.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

ECG Electrodes

Notice Description

The provision of ECG Electrodes including Adult Holter, Short and Long term monitoring, MRI and Radiolucent, resting 12-lead and stress. Neonatal Pre-wired and radiolucent and Paediatrics Monitoring and 4mm slot connection

Lot Information

Adult ECG Electrodes

Adult ECG electrodes including Holter, Short and long term monitoring, MRI and Radiolucent, resting 12-lead and stress

Renewal: 1 x 12 month option to extend

Paediatric and Neonatal ECG Electrodes

Paediatric electrodes including Monitoring and 4mm slot connection. Neonatal electrodes including pre-wired and radiolucent.

Renewal: 1 x 12 months extension available

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ef80
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001865-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31711140 - Electrodes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
6 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Contract Award Notice December 2025.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
7
Supplier Names

Ambu Ltd

ConMed UK

Fannin Uk Limited

GE Medical Systems Ltd

KCI Medical Limited (Solventum)

Nissha Medical Technologies LTD

Philips Electronics UK Limited

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