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Patient Temperature Management and Fluid Warming

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

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03 Dec 2025 at 10:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement initiative led by the Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland, is for a framework agreement concerning Patient Temperature Management and Fluid Warming products. This tender involves all NHS Scotland Health Boards and Scottish Hospices, reflecting a comprehensive health procurement strategy. The process is currently in the tender stage, identified by Project code 30700, and managed through an open procedure. The contract spans 48 months and begins its award deliberations on 7 January 2026. Located in Edinburgh, UKM (Scotland), the procurement falls within the goods industry category, specifically blood and fluid warming devices. The procurement method encourages electronic submissions, with tenders accepted until 7 January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers within the healthcare supply chain, particularly those specialising in blood and fluid warming technologies. With community benefits integrated, suppliers are encouraged to support local initiatives, enhancing their corporate responsibility profiles. Businesses focusing on sustainability, clinical evidence, training, and support have a competitive advantage, as these are key award criteria alongside pricing. The framework aims to engage multiple suppliers per lot, fostering diverse business growth and innovation opportunities within Scotland's NHS framework. Suppliers must demonstrate competency in these areas and will be required to connect with the NHS Scotland’s Community Benefits Gateway, thus opening channels for business growth through community engagement and support.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Patient Temperature Management and Fluid Warming

Notice Description

Patient Temperature Management and Fluid warming devices and consumables

Lot Information

Fluid Warming - Neonates & Paediatrics up to 20kgs in weight

Fluid Warming - Neonates & Paediatrics up to 20kgs in weight Delivery will be mainly into the NDS (National Distribution Site) however there maybe some requirement for product to be delivered direct to each Health Board. This Lot will be awarded as a Multi Supplier unranked award were we envisage awarding 5 suppliers to this Lot

Patient Warming Blankets (Forced Air)

Patient Warming Blankets (Forced Air) devices and consumables. Delivery will be mainly into the NDS (National Distribution Site) however there maybe some requirement for product to be delivered direct to each Health Board. This Lot will be awarded as a Multi Supplier unranked award were we envisage awarding 5 suppliers to this Lot

Patient Warming - Reusables

Patient Warming - Reusables Delivery will be mainly into the NDS (National Distribution Site) however there maybe some requirement for product to be delivered direct to each Health Board. This Lot will be awarded as a Multi Supplier unranked award were we envisage awarding 5 suppliers to this Lot

Fluid Warming - Standard Flow

Fluid Warming - Standard Flow. Delivery will be mainly into the NDS (National Distribution Site) however there maybe some requirement for product to be delivered direct to each Health Board. This Lot will be awarded as a Multi Supplier unranked award were we envisage awarding 5 suppliers to this Lot

Fluid Warming - Rapid flow

Fluid Warming - Rapid flow (minimum flow rate 500mls/min) Delivery will be mainly into the NDS (National Distribution Site) however there maybe some requirement for product to be delivered direct to each Health Board. This Lot will be awarded as a Multi Supplier unranked award were we envisage awarding 5 suppliers to this Lot

Controlled Patient Temperature Management

Controlled patient temperature management. Delivery will be mainly into the NDS (National Distribution Site) however there maybe some requirement for product to be delivered direct to each Health Board. This Lot will be awarded as a Multi Supplier unranked award were we envisage awarding 5 suppliers to this Lot

Warming Cabinets and Warming Shelves

Warming Cabinets and Warming Shelves Delivery will be mainly into the NDS (National Distribution Site) however there maybe some requirement for product to be delivered direct to each Health Board. This Lot will be awarded as a Multi Supplier unranked award were we envisage awarding 5 suppliers to this Lot

Patient Warming Blankets (Non Forced Air)

Patient Warming Blankets (Non Forced Air) devices and associated consumables will be mainly into the NDS (National Distribution Site) however there maybe some requirement for product to be delivered direct to each Health Board. This Lot will be awarded as a Multi Supplier unranked award were we envisage awarding 5 suppliers to this Lot

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eda6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079216-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
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

33186200 - Blood and fluid warming

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

Further Information

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