Hysteroscopic Tissue Removal Devices and Consumables

REGIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE (PALS)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

28 Jul 2026 at 07:53

Planning

28 Nov 2025 at 14:14

Summary of the contracting process

The tender process initiated by the Regional Business Services Organisation, Procurement and Logistics Service (PaLS) focuses on acquiring Hysteroscopic Tissue Removal Devices and Consumables, adhering to the open procedure procurement method. This deal involves Health and Social Care Northern Ireland (HSCNI) with prominent procuring entities like the Belfast, Northern, Southern, South Eastern, and Western Health and Social Care Trusts. The tender, divided into two lots for the loan and purchase of equipment and consumables, is active and falls under the medical equipment industry category. Situated in Belfast, Northern Ireland, this procurement process entered the tender stage on 28th July 2026, with the submission deadline for tenders being 28th August 2026, and closure of enquiries by 21st August 2026. The contracts are expected to commence on 1st December 2026, running until 30th November 2028, with potential extensions available up to 2030.

This procurement provides substantial opportunities for businesses in the medical devices industry, especially those specialising in hysteroscopic equipment and consumables. Companies capable of meeting stringent quality and pricing criteria set in the tender documentation can benefit from a significant financial value, with an estimated contract gross amount of approximately £7.08 million. The tender is designed to facilitate business growth by offering the flexibility of a framework agreement that allows scope for increase in service and product range based on user needs. Businesses with a focus on innovation, compliance with medical standards, and a competitive pricing strategy are well-positioned to partake in this tender to expand their market presence and contribute to the health sector in Northern Ireland.

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Notice Title

Hysteroscopic Tissue Removal Devices and Consumables

Notice Description

The Health and Social Care Business Services Organisation (BSO) seeks to appoint a supplier(s) for the supply and delivery of Hysteroscopic Tissue Removal Devices and Consumables on behalf of Health and Social Care Northern Ireland (HSCNI). The Framework is divided into 2 separate lots: Lot 1: Loan of Equipment and Purchase of Consumables Lot 2: Purchase of Equipment and Purchase of Consumables

Lot Information

Loan of Equipment and Purchase of Consumables

Loan of Hysteroscopic Tissue Removal Equipment and Purchase of Consumables

Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on Service User requirements. The estimated values quoted allow for potential growth and increases to the service.

Renewal: Option to extend for any period(s) up to and including 24 months.

Purchase of Equipment and Purchase of Consumables

Purchase of Hysteroscopic Tissue Removal Equipment and Purchase of Consumables

Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on Service User requirements. The estimated values quoted allow for potential growth and increases to the service.

Renewal: Option to extend for any period(s) up to and including 24 months.

Planning Information

This is a Preliminary Market Engagement notice to seek engagement with the marketplace for Hysteroscopic Tissue Removal. This notice is for the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust (BHSCT), Western Health and Social Care Trust (WHSCT) , South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust (SEHSCT), Southern Health and Social Care Trust (SHSCT) and Northern Health and Social Care Trust (NHSCT). The Business Services Organisation Procurement and Logistics Service - on behalf of the BHSCT, WHSCT, SEHSCT, SHSCT and NHSCT - wish to engage with potential suppliers to obtain a market view of requirements through the completion of a questionnaire. Any interested suppliers are required to submit their response through the eTendersNI secure messaging area of this Call for Tender (CfT) Ref: 6284160. All correspondence in relation to this Preliminary Market Engagement exercise will be communicated via the eTendersNI secure messaging area. Suppliers will be required to submit their completed questionnaire NO LATER THAN 3.00PM on Thursday 8th January 2026. Suppliers should also note that any interest shown does not constitute a commitment to participate in any future tendering exercise. The requirement has been divided into lots, therefore, please complete the questionnaire for the lot(s) which you are interested in.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eb25
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071008-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,898,750 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,898,750 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
8 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-07-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
REGIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE (PALS)
Additional Buyers

BELFAST HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST

BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE

NORTHERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST

SOUTH EASTERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST

SOUTHERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST

WESTERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT12 6HU
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0A Derry City and Strabane
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Derry City and Strabane
Electoral Ward
Kilfennan
Westminster Constituency
Foyle

Further Information

Notice Documents

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