Tender

Bedford Hospital Pneumatic Tube System Replacement

BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

24 Dec 2025 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to replace, refurbish, and expand the pneumatic tube system at Bedford Hospital. This project falls under the mechanical engineering installation works category and is valued at up to £600,000. The procurement process is at the tender stage and is being conducted through an open competition below the threshold, with electronic submissions allowed. Potential suppliers should note that the tender period ends on 27th January 2026, with the enquiry period closing earlier on 16th January 2026. The work location is in the UK region of UKH24, with the main procurement aim classified as works.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in mechanical and electrical engineering services, particularly those capable of installing specialised conveying systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will find this tender particularly accessible, given the suitability criteria promoting SME participation. Engaging in this contract not only provides a substantial business opportunity but also enables companies to establish or strengthen relationships within the healthcare sector, potentially leading to further contracts. With an award criterion focused 70% on price and 30% on quality, bidding firms with competitive pricing strategies and high-quality service offerings are well-suited to compete.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bedford Hospital Pneumatic Tube System Replacement

Notice Description

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust proposes to replace, refurbish, and extend the pneumatic tube system at Bedford Hospital to provide a safe, reliable, and future-proofed clinical transport system. The upgraded system will support the rapid movement of clinical specimens, documents, and small items between departments, improving operational efficiency and reducing manual handling risks. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Luton:-Mechanical-engineering-installation-works./EX97T8E27W To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/EX97T8E27W

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fd1f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086069-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

51511400 - Installation services of special conveying systems

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Dec 20255 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jan 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 6-12 months
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
BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Mark Brown
Contact Email
mark.brown@bedsft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU4 0DZ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH24 Bedford

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Poets
Westminster Constituency
Luton North

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