Planning

Authorising Engineer (AE) for Medical Gas 2

MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST

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Planning

20 Nov 2025 at 13:30

Planning

20 Nov 2025 at 11:33

Summary of the contracting process

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is planning a procurement process titled "Authorising Engineer (AE) for Medical Gas 2," aimed at securing professional services for the gas industry. Located in Maidstone, Kent, this procurement falls under the services category with an open competition method, though it is below the threshold. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with key dates including the enquiry period ending on 20th December 2025 and the tender period concluding on 30th January 2026. The contract is set to commence on 22nd February 2026 and will last until 21st February 2027. Additionally, a planned future notice is scheduled for 5th January 2026, with early market engagement scheduled by 20th December 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in professional services related to the gas industry, particularly those capable of providing Authorising Engineer services for medical gas audits. SMEs and larger firms with expertise in managing medical gas pipeline systems and those that possess the requisite qualifications and experience would find this opportunity well-suited to expanding their client base within the public healthcare sector. Participation in this open competition process could lead to long-term engagements and potential collaborations with the NHS, thereby fostering growth and enhancing the bidder's portfolio in the healthcare industry.

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Notice Title

Authorising Engineer (AE) for Medical Gas 2

Notice Description

Authorising Engineer (AE) for medical Gas MGPS audit

Planning Information

early engagement with the market

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e537
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075673-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry


CPV Codes

76100000 - Professional services for the gas industry

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
5 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Feb 2026 - 21 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
sarah Stevens
Contact Email
sarahstevens@nhs.net
Contact Phone
07736635337

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME16 9QQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Barming Heath & Teston
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

Notice Documents

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