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NSS10325 Container Unloader

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)

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08 Dec 2025 at 14:23

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Tender

14 Oct 2025 at 16:31

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has completed the procurement process for a container unloader, designated as project NSS10325. The procurement was conducted under an open procedure, focusing on the delivery of goods within the container-handling equipment category. This process serves entities established under the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978. The contract, awarded to PIAB UK Ltd t/a TAWI UK, entails a duration of 96 months, with the possibility of a 24-month extension, covering multiple health boards and other associated organisations. Located primarily in Scotland (region UKM), the contract was formalised on 3rd December 2025, succeeding after the tender closing on 17th November 2025.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in the manufacturing and servicing of container-handling equipment. Firms with capabilities in producing innovative and integrated solutions that meet precise specifications like mobile battery operation and powered lifting systems will find this contract appealing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) participated actively, demonstrating that businesses equipped with the ability to provide efficient, durable, and technically advanced equipment stand to benefit from such contracts, which can foster growth and visibility within the public procurement marketplace.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NSS10325 Container Unloader

Notice Description

The requirement is for a container unloader that must meet the following criteria: Mobile battery powered device Fit inside 40/20ft containers Powered lifting/lowering platform for 1-2 people Powered conveyor attached to platform to lift/lower along with platform Suction arm capable of lifting up to 40kg

Lot Information

Lot 1

We ran an open procurement via PCS-T and are awarding the contract to a single supplier.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available at the discretion of NHS National Services Scotland.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cca3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080648-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42418940 - Container-handling equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£114,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 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

Buyer & Supplier

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
1
Supplier Name

PIAB UK Ltd t/a TAWI UK

Further Information

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