Planning

Expression of Interest for the Provision of Orthotics (Insoles) Devices Services

DERBYSHIRE COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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01 Dec 2025 at 12:56

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
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01 Dec 2025 at 12:34

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust is currently in the planning stage for a public procurement process to acquire Orthotics (Insoles) Devices Services. The open competition is intended to provide orthotic devices that support patients with mobility, alignment, or functional impairments, ensuring adherence to clinical standards. Located in Derbyshire, the process falls under the 'goods' industry category. Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 12th December 2025 and a tender submission deadline on 6th February 2026. The anticipated contract period runs from 2nd March 2026 to 1st March 2028, with a potential one-year extension available.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to contribute to healthcare service improvements. Businesses specializing in orthotics, particularly those capable of providing bespoke in-shoe devices and associated support services like refurbishment, stand to benefit significantly. By engaging in this tender, companies can establish a foothold in the healthcare sector, working directly with a pivotal NHS Trust to enhance patient care in the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Expression of Interest for the Provision of Orthotics (Insoles) Devices Services

Notice Description

You are cordially invited to participate in a call for Further Competition exercise on the behalf of Derbyshire Community Health Services (DCHS) NHS Foundation Trust (the "Authority") for the Provision of Orthotics (Insoles) Devices Services (Ref: 4825/SC). The successful bidder shall provide a range of orthotic (in-shoe) devices designed to assist patients with mobility, alignment, or functional impairment. All devices must comply with current clinical standards and be suitable for use within a healthcare environment. The supplier will also be expected to provide refurbishment or repair of previously prescribed devices

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ebe4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078474-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33141740 - Orthopaedic footwear

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20253 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 20263 months to go
Future Notice Date
5 Jan 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2028 2-3 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
DERBYSHIRE COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Steve Comery
Contact Email
steve.comery@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BAKEWELL
Postcode
S42 7JE
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF12 East Derbyshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North East Derbyshire
Electoral Ward
Brampton & Walton
Westminster Constituency
North East Derbyshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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