This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

05 Jan 2026 at 10:23

Tender

04 Jul 2025 at 09:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland, through its National Procurement division, is engaged in a procurement process for the "Supply of Beds and Mattresses," aiming to serve NHS Scotland Health Boards and Scottish Hospices. This procurement, categorised under the goods industry for medical use, is set within the region of UKM. It involves an open procedure and encompasses a framework agreement with a potential extension over 24 months, covering an initial period of 48 months. The procurement process is at the award stage, with contracts being signed around December 2025, reflecting a multi-year commitment to supplying healthcare mattresses to NHS Scotland entities. The estimated value of the framework agreement is approximately £3,400,000, indicative of the scale of the operation.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies operating in the healthcare equipment supply sector. The tender envisions multiple suppliers per lot, offering an access point for large-scale suppliers like Medstrom Ltd and Drive DeVilbiss, among others, to establish or expand their footprint within the public healthcare system. The criteria focus significantly on sustainability, training, support, and price, emphasizing quality and cost-effectiveness. Businesses well-suited to competing in this area are those with robust supply chains, high-quality standards compliant with stringent health regulations, and the capability to deliver community benefits aligned with NHS Scotland's objectives. The framework agreement also allows for innovation, inviting suppliers to bring forward new products and innovations, thus fostering an environment of continuous improvement and development.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Supply of Beds and Mattresses

Notice Description

Supply of Healthcare Mattresses across NHS Scotland

Lot Information

EPB Std max user weight of at least 175kg

Procurement for the supply of Beds and Mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority.

EPB Low Height max user weight of at least 175kg

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

EPB Delivery (Maternity)

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

EPB Paediatric Standard max user weight 120kg

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

EPB Paediatric/Atypical Anatomy Standard Community max user weight 120kg

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Paediatric Electric Cot

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

EPB Community

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

EPB Low Height Community

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

EPB Bariatric max user weight of at least 250kg

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

EPB Bariatric with weigh scales max user weight of at least 250kg

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

EPB Bariatric Community max user weight of at least 250kg

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Alternating pressure air mattress replacement Standard

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Low pressure air mattress replacement Paediatric Cot

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Alternating pressure air mattress replacement Minimum Weight

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Alternating pressure air mattress replacement Bariatric 251-300kg

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Low Air Loss mattress replacement

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Foam Mattress replacement Low Risk 120kg

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Foam Mattress replacement High Risk 120kg

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Foam Mattress replacement Medium Risk 200kg

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Foam Mattress replacement High Risk 200kg

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Non powered self adjusting air mattress replacement

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Foam or Equivalent Overlay

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Rental/Service Maintenance

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Mental Health Beds

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Mental Health Mattresses

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Trolley Bed

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Trolley Mattresses

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Lateral Tilt Beds

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Ultra Low Beds

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Inflatable mattress overlay with pump

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Inflatable mattress overlay and cushion with pump

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Powered hybrid mattress replacement with foam layer over alternating pressure cells

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

New Products/Innovations

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Foam Mattress replacement Low Risk 200kg

Procurement for the supply of beds and mattresses. Award will be unranked and we envisage 4 Suppliers per lot.

Options: bulk discounts

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension are available to the authority

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0558b9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000172-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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


CPV Codes

33192100 - Beds for medical use

39143112 - Mattresses

39512300 - Mattress covers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,418,270 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

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
18
Supplier Names

Accora

Anetic Aid ltd

Arjo UK Ltd

DHG

Drive DeVilbiss

Frontier Therapeutics Ltd

Harvest Healthcare Ltd

Hillrom UK Ltd

INVACARE LTD

IQ Medical Limited

LINET UK LTD

LISCLARE LTD

MEDevice

Medstrom Ltd

OSKA Care Ltd

Renray Healthcare

Stryker UK

Winncare

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