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Orthotic Products (Orthoses) and Additional Services

DARTFORD AND GRAVESHAM NHS TRUST

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

12 Dec 2025 at 14:05

Tender

31 Jul 2025 at 08:43

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process led by Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust focused on the acquisition of orthotic products and associated services, a key interest within the orthotic services industry category. Located in the South East of England (region UKJ), the procurement utilised an open procedure, aiming to provide extensive opportunities for competition among suppliers. The tender reached its award stage with a total contract value of £600,000, officially signed on 12th December 2025. Footlabs Ltd was the successful supplier, securing the contract to provide not only supply but repair and re-work of orthotic consumables. The procurement process was comprehensive, with deadlines coordinated in August 2025 for submissions and a meticulous period allocated for bid assessments.

For businesses operating in orthotic services, this tender signifies a promising opportunity for growth through engagement in public sector contracts. Particularly, companies with capabilities in the provision and modification of orthotic products could find lucrative ventures in similar tenders. Small to large enterprises with strengths in innovation and cost-effective solutions for healthcare procurement will be well-positioned to meet future demands. The process underscores the importance of strategic planning and preparation, as successful tenders require adherence to stringent public procurement policies and precise project execution abilities. Furthermore, the recurrence of such tenders every 36 months presents ongoing opportunities for businesses aiming to forge lasting relationships within healthcare services.

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Notice Title

Orthotic Products (Orthoses) and Additional Services

Notice Description

Orthotic Products including the supply, repair and re-work of orthotic consumables.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Orthotic Products including the supply, repair and re-work of orthotic consumables.

Options: Option to extend for 2 x 12 months

Renewal: Will be required in 36 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0569c5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082514-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85111600 - Orthotic services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
36 months

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DARTFORD AND GRAVESHAM NHS TRUST
Additional Buyers

DARTFORD & GRAVESHAM NHS TRUST

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARTFORD
Postcode
DA2 8DA
Post Town
Dartford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Dartford
Electoral Ward
Bean & Village Park
Westminster Constituency
Dartford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FOOTLABS

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