This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

30 Jun 2026 at 14:41

Planning

15 Dec 2025 at 11:13

Summary of the contracting process

The Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has initiated a public procurement process titled "LTH SMRC Wheelchair maintenance and refurbishment," aimed at finding qualified service providers for wheelchair maintenance and refurbishment for LSC. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically repair and maintenance services of wheelchairs. Located in Preston within the UKD4 region, this tender is currently in the tender stage, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 14th July 2026, and a tender submission deadline set for 28th July 2026. The procurement is conducted through an open competitive procedure, allowing electronic submissions and is valued at approximately £10.5 million (net). The contract period is slated to start on 1st April 2027 and end on 31st March 2032, with potential extensions up to 2034.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in the repair and maintenance of medical equipment and wheelchairs. Companies that can demonstrate economic and financial robustness, alongside relevant technical expertise, are well-suited to compete for this contract. This opportunity particularly favours SMEs, as indicated by suitability criteria. The procurement process incorporates a standard technical evaluation and bidder interviews, ensuring that selected suppliers can meet, or even exceed, service quality standards. Engaging in this tender can provide long-term growth opportunities for businesses by establishing a strategic partnership with a leading NHS Trust in the UK. The process encourages innovation and high-quality service delivery, aligning with ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare services in the region.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

LTH SMRC Wheelchair maintenance and refurbishment

Notice Description

Wheelchair maintenance and refurbishment services for LSC

Planning Information

Wheelchair refurbishment and Repair/ Maintenance. Supplier but be ready to go live by 01/12/2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f580
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061378-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

33193120 - Wheelchairs

50421100 - Repair and maintenance services of wheelchairs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£10,500,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LANCASHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION 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
PRESTON
Postcode
PR2 9HT
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD4 Lancashire

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
Sharoe Green
Westminster Constituency
Ribble Valley

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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