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Tender

17 Mar 2026 at 13:16

PlanningUpdate

20 Jan 2026 at 08:55

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09 Dec 2025 at 08:39

Planning

26 Sep 2025 at 13:31

Planning

25 Sep 2025 at 20:16

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Patient Temperature Management 2027" tender is currently active. It is initiated by Supply Chain Coordination Limited, operating from Wellington House in London, England. The scope involves the provision of specialised medical equipment, such as Patient Temperature Management systems, Forced Air Warming Blankets, Blood and Fluid Warming solutions, and associated consumables. The procurement falls under the medical consumables industry category, covering locations across the United Kingdom. The tender is in the stage of submission, with an end date for submission set for 28 April 2026. This procurement is conducted under an open procedure method, with dates for enquiries ending on 21 April 2026, and awards expected by 10 December 2026.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for suppliers in the medical consumables sector, especially those with experience in manufacturing or distributing medical equipment compliant with ISO standards and cyber security certifications. Businesses that can deliver quality patient temperature management equipment and possess a robust supply chain are positioned to benefit from the framework agreement, which has an estimated value of £150 million. The framework will serve NHS Trusts and other healthcare entities, potentially facilitating long-term partnerships with the public healthcare sector. Suitability criteria indicate that SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to tender, offering diverse business growth opportunities throughout the expected contract period from June 2027 to June 2029, with renewal options extending to 2031.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Patient Temperature Management 2027

Notice Description

The scope of the procurement is for the provision of Patient Temperature Management equipment, including but not limited to * Forced Air Warming Blankets, Gowns and Warming Units * Blood and Fluid Warming * Patient Temperature Management Equipment * Passive Blankets and Wraps * Temperature Probes and Sensors Note: For future tenders the following requirements will apply: * ISO Certification: Tenderers must have ISO 9001: 2015 or ISO 13485:2016 or Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) certification accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) (or international equivalent) to cover all segments of the Tenderer's and the product's supply chain. This should include, but not be limited to, sales, manufacturing, storage and distribution ('ISO Certification'). Link for acceptable UKAS alternatives https://iaf.nu/en/accreditation-bodies/ * CE Certification and Declaration of Conformity certificates are required where applicable to be presented at submission stage of the tender. * Modern Slavery for Tenderers that have an annual turnover of at least PS36 million must have a link to their modern slavery statement on their website. * Modern Slavery Assessment Tool (MSAT) Tenderers must have a score of 41% or above within 12months of the Tender Close Date via https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/ * Evergreen Sustainable Supplier Assessment - Tenderers will need to have completed the assessment and achieved Level 1 within the 12 months prior to the Tender Close Date. Link for instructions and access for this assessment: https://www.england.nhs.uk/nhs-commercial/central-commercial-function-ccf/evergreen/ * Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP): Tenders must have a valid CRP link on their website that meets the requirements of PPN 006 as outlined in the PPN, OR Where Supplier has no website, the CRP is provided in PDF format that meets the requirements of PPN 006 as outlined in the PPN, OR Excused in exceptional circumstances. * Cyber Security: If you handle patient or personal data, or provide any IT systems, services, or devices you will need to have a Cyber Security Essentials Plus Certificate.

Lot Information

Forced Air Warming Blankets and Blowers - Capital Equipment

This will include Forced Air Warming Blankets and Blowers - Capital Equipment.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a further 24 Months

Renewal: 2

Forced Air Warming Blankets and Blowers - Consumables/Accessories

This will include but not be limited to Forced Air Warming Blankets, Tubes, Gowns and Accessories.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a further 24 Months

Renewal: 2

Blood and Fluid Warming Equipment and Related Consumables - Capital Equipment

This will include but not be limited to blood and fluid controller units and systems.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a further 24 Months

Renewal: 2

Blood and Fluid Warming Equipment and Related Consumables - Consumables/Accessories

This will include but not be limited to fluid and blood warming sets and controller units.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a further 24 Months

Renewal: 2

Patient Temperature Management Equipment - Capital Equipment

This will include but not be limited to temperature control units, blanket/fluid/gel cabinets, IV bag units and warming systems.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a further 24 Months

Renewal: 2

Patient Temperature Management Equipment - Consumables/Accessories

This will include but not be limited to patient warming positioning system, warming mattresses and blankets, targeted temperature management pads/wraps/blankets and control systems, and thermal caps for scalp cooling.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a further 24 Months

Renewal: 2

Passive and Active Temperature Management

This will include but not be limited to active warming blanket single patient use, reflective blanket single patient use, thermal caps, leggings and wraps.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a further 24 Months

Renewal: 2

Temperature Sensors and Associated Products

This will include but not be limited to single use sterile probes and foley catheters with temperature sensors, single use oesophageal stephscopes with temperature sensors, interface/extension cable specific for temperature probe and non-invasive heat flux for core temperature sensor.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a further 24 Months

Renewal: 2

Planning Information

We are seeking to engage with interested suppliers who can supply the Goods detailed in the procurement description. Suppliers can express interest in the opportunity using the following link: PORTAL ACCESS - Login with URL https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// - Click on "SQs Open to All Suppliers" and search for the title of the procurement: SQ_623– Patient Temperature Management 2027 PME Engagement EXPRESSION OF INTEREST- Click on the 'Response Form' tab.-Answer the question in the Qualification Envelope at 1.1.1-Click 'submit response. On receipt of an Expression of Interest (EOI), the Authority will issue the Supplier with a Request for Information (RFI) document, and at a later stage of pre-market engagement, the draft Specification & Product List. The RFI document and any further communication in regards of this PME activity only, will be issued via email from email address PTM@supplychain.nhs.uk • RFI to be issued in September 2025 • Feedback on Specification and/or product list and or Evaluation requirement within Jaggaer messaging centre in December 2025 Suppliers can, at any point during the engagement period, contact the Authority to discuss the proposed procurement by way of email to PTM@supplychain.nhs.uk There is no guarantee that a formal procurement process will be launched as a result of this early market engagement exercise, nor that any contract(s) will be placed. No remuneration or compensation etc will be paid to organisations who take part in this early market engagement exercise. Suppliers should take part in this process only on the basis that they fully understand and accept this position.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a29a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024047-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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)


CPV Codes

33140000 - Medical consumables

33186200 - Blood and fluid warming

33195000 - Patient-monitoring system

38126300 - Temperature or humidity surface observing apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£150,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
13 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jun 2027 - 20 Jun 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Postcode Area
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

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