Planning

Framework of Community Equipment Suppliers

HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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PlanningUpdate

27 Feb 2026 at 09:02

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

26 Sep 2025 at 14:34

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Herefordshire Council is planning a procurement process to establish a framework for community equipment suppliers, specifically targeted at the medical equipment sector. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with an estimated publication date of 1st September 2026 and the contract expected to commence on 1st January 2027. The framework agreement will cater to the Community Equipment Service in Herefordshire, aiming to assist residents in living independently at home. The procurement will focus on goods such as moving and handling devices, pressure care, bathing and toileting aids, and furniture including beds and chairs. The project is set within the UK region UKG11, serving Herefordshire and aligns with sub-central government public authority requirements.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products to expand their market reach by providing essential services for community aid. Given the suitability for SMEs, companies of various sizes can benefit from this long-term contract, which spans until the end of 2034. This framework agreement encourages businesses equipped to supply such goods to engage with a public authority and gain a foothold in the regional market for ongoing procurement. The tender process could be particularly beneficial for businesses that prioritise innovation and adaptability within the healthcare supply chain sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework of Community Equipment Suppliers

Notice Description

Herefordshire Council is seeking to establish a framework of community equipment suppliers to provide a wide range of equipment, including moving and handling devices, pressure care, bathing and toileting aids, beds, mattresses and chairs, for use by the Community Equipment Service in Herefordshire to enable residents to live independently at home for longer.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a376
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017663-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HEREFORD
Postcode
HR4 0LE
Post Town
Hereford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG11 Herefordshire, County of
Delivery Location
TLG11 Herefordshire, County of
Local Authority
Herefordshire, County of
Electoral Ward
Widemarsh
Westminster Constituency
Hereford and South Herefordshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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