Planning

Medical Devices and Equipment, Medical Consumables and Maintenance and Services

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A PROCUREMENT SERVICES)

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Planning

12 Aug 2025 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by Kent County Council's Procurement Services and is currently in the planning stage as of 12th August 2025. Located in West Malling, UK, the process aims to establish a local and national framework for the supply of Medical Devices and Equipment, Medical Consumables, and related Maintenance and Services. This procurement, applicable to sectors such as healthcare and emergency services, is set to conclude the initial market engagement phase by 19th September 2025. Key milestones include engaging with market participants to shape the procurement specifications and soliciting innovative solutions to build a comprehensive framework comprising three lots: Medical Devices and Equipment, Medical Consumables, and Maintenance and Services.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in medical devices, pharmaceutical products, and related services. Companies offering diagnostic, therapeutic, or monitoring devices, as well as maintenance and support services, are well-positioned to benefit from this tender. The framework agreement, valued at £600 million, is designed to offer competitive pricing and reliable service delivery, fostering strategic partnerships with local authorities, the NHS, and other public sector entities. Suppliers proficient in providing high-quality medical equipment and consumables, innovative healthcare solutions, and robust support and maintenance services are encouraged to participate, paving the way for scalable business growth and market expansion within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Medical Devices and Equipment, Medical Consumables and Maintenance and Services

Notice Description

Procurement Services are looking to create a local and national framework for the provision of Medical Devices and Equipment, Medical Consumables and Maintenance and Services, which includes but is not limited to products, equipment and services for the supply, maintenance, and disposal of Medical Devices and Equipment, Medical Consumables and Maintenance and Services. We anticipate that this contract will be able to provide Medical Devices and Equipment, Medical Consumables and Maintenance and Services for local authorities and any other public sector establishments including NHS, and Blue Light services. The main purpose of this framework is to provide a reasonably priced, reliable and trustworthy service. The scope of the framework will be based on the following: Diagnostic Devices - : Diagnostic devices are used to identify diseases or conditions. Examples include imaging devices like MRI and CT scanners, blood glucose meters, and ECG machines. Therapeutic Devices - Therapeutic devices treat medical conditions. Examples include surgical instruments like scalpels, implants like pacemakers and joint replacements, and devices like insulin pumps and dialysis machines Monitoring Devices - : Monitoring devices are used to monitor health parameters. Examples include blood pressure monitors, pulse oximeters, continuous glucose monitors, and wearable fitness trackers Surgical Instruments, Implants, all medical consumables and maintenance & services of equipment/devices. This will be split into 3 lots as follows: LOT 1 Medical Devices and Equipment LOT 2 Medical Consumables LOT 3 Maintenance and Services For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://csg.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-West-Malling:-Medical-equipments%2C-pharmaceuticals-and-personal-care-products./S3DGS7FM82 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://csg.delta-esourcing.com/respond/S3DGS7FM82

Planning Information

This preliminary market engagement is conducted in accordance with Sections 16 and 17 of the Procurement Act 2023. Its purpose is to inform and shape the upcoming procurement process by engaging with the market in a fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory manner. This notice is issued to: Invite suppliers to participate in pre-market engagement The purpose of this engagement is to: Understand market capability and capacity Inform the development of the specification and pricing mechanism Explore innovative solutions Identify potential risks and delivery models Suppliers are invited to participate in the following activities: Online questionnaire 1:1 meetings Dates: commencing 12/08/25 How to participate: Please contact us via the Delta portal messaging service to register your interest in participation of this preliminary engagement notice. Access Code - S3DGS7FM82 Participation is voluntary and will not affect future tender opportunities. All information shared during this engagement will be made available to all interested suppliers to ensure fairness. This is not a call for competition.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058629
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048049-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

33100000 - Medical equipments

33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use

33140000 - Medical consumables

33141000 - Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables

33141114 - Medical gauze

33141115 - Medical wadding

33141320 - Medical needles

33141620 - Medical kits

33157400 - Medical breathing devices

33158300 - Ultraviolet medical devices

33158500 - Infrared medical devices

33190000 - Miscellaneous medical devices and products

33192000 - Medical furniture

33192100 - Beds for medical use

33192200 - Medical tables

33192300 - Medical furniture except beds and tables

33192310 - Traction or suspension devices for medical beds

33192350 - Medical cultivation cabinet

33196000 - Medical aids

33197000 - Medical computer equipment

33199000 - Medical clothing

33692000 - Medical solutions

33697000 - Medical preparations excluding dental consumables

38434540 - Biomedical equipment

50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment

50420000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and surgical equipment

50421000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment

51400000 - Installation services of medical and surgical equipment

51410000 - Installation services of medical equipment

85141211 - Dialysis home medical treatment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
19 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A PROCUREMENT SERVICES)
Contact Name
Samantha Garvey
Contact Email
samantha.garvey@csltd.org.uk
Contact Phone
01622942839

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MALLING
Postcode
ME19 4YT
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tonbridge and Malling
Electoral Ward
Kings Hill
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

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