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Auto-injectors for PET-CT Service

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

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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25 Mar 2026 at 10:53

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Tender

05 Dec 2025 at 11:22

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process organised by The Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), involves the acquisition of auto-injectors to enhance PET-CT services across NHS Scotland. The contract is for the delivery of goods within the medical equipment industry. This non-framework contract spans a 10-year period, covering maintenance, consumables, and operational requirements alongside the PET-CT replacement programme. The procurement method utilised is the open procedure, and the process currently stands at the award stage. The key associated dates are the contract signing date, 16th March 2026, and the deadline for bid submissions, which was on 9th January 2026. The contract and operations cover regions within the United Kingdom under NHS Scotland, specifically NHS GG&C, NHS Lothian, NHS Grampian, and NHS Tayside. No community benefits are included due to annual spend constraints.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in medical equipment due to its focus on the standardisation, safety, and optimisation of radiopharmaceutical deliveries. Suitable business candidates, particularly those with expertise in manufacturing auto-injectors and maintaining medical precision equipment, could gain long-term interests through the 10-year contract. The chosen supplier should exhibit technical excellence and cost efficiency, as the award criteria equally prioritised quality and cost. Bayer Plc has been awarded the contract, indicating a preference for large-scale suppliers capable of fulfilling the comprehensive needs within NHS operations. Suppliers looking to compete must demonstrate compliance with UK and international standards, alongside substantial insurance coverage to manage risks effectively. This tender opportunity supports businesses aiming to collaborate within the healthcare technology sector and potentially leverage the offerings to further develop innovative medical solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Auto-injectors for PET-CT Service

Notice Description

This procurement is for the acquisition of auto-injector systems to support PET-CT services across NHS Scotland. The aim is to standardize the delivery of radiopharmaceuticals, improve patient safety, enhance imaging quality, and streamline clinical workflows. This procurement will apply to the 4 NHS Boards involved in PET-CT imaging, NHS GG&C, NHS Lothian, NHS Grampian and NHS Tayside. The procurement is to do a 10 year, non-framework contract as this covers the lifespan of the machines. It will run alongside the PET-CT replacement programme. There will be a single award as the requirements of the service are to standardise equipment and delivery

Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement is for the acquisition of auto-injector systems to support PET-CT services across NHS Scotland. The aim is to standardize the delivery of radiopharmaceuticals, improve patient safety, enhance imaging quality, and streamline clinical workflows. This procurement will apply to the 4 NHS Boards involved in PET-CT imaging, NHS GG&C, NHS Lothian, NHS Grampian and NHS Tayside. The procurement is to do a 10 year, non-framework contract as this covers the lifespan of the machines. The procurement will also cover the maintenance of the machines for the lifespan and the delivery of all consumables required for the daily operation of the machines. It will run alongside the PET-CT replacement programme. There will be a single award as the requirements of the service are to standardise equipment and delivery.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ef7a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027214-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

33140000 - Medical consumables

50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£348,540 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20265 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

Bayer Plc

Further Information

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