Tender

Vascular Low Lead Aprons & Accessories

BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHSFT

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Tender

15 Jan 2026 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process, seeking suppliers for Vascular Low Lead Aprons and Accessories. Located in Luton, the procurement falls under the category of protective gear and safety clothing, with delivery required within the UKH21 region. Interested parties must note the deadline for tender submissions is 30 January 2026, while enquiries must be made by 28 January 2026. The open procurement process, under UK legal basis 2023/54, welcomes competition below the threshold with an estimated contract value of up to £60,000. The method involves an open electronic submission via Delta eSourcing.

This tender opportunity offers significant growth potential for businesses involved in the production and supply of protective and safety clothing, particularly those focusing on radiation protection. SMEs, in particular, could find this contract suitable due to the below-threshold competition designed to encourage smaller firms. Companies that specialise in manufacturing CE-marked protection gear compliant with BS 2014 standards will find themselves well-positioned. The contract period is set to start on 16 February 2026, providing a strategic entry point into public sector contracts for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the healthcare industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Vascular Low Lead Aprons & Accessories

Notice Description

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a supplier for the provision of Low Lead aprons, associated accessories, and suitable storage solutions for use within its Vascular Theatres, as detailed in Appendix 1 (Costings Sheet). The requirement includes, but is not limited to, 0.35mm Pb equivalent double-overlap Low Lead aprons and 0.5mm Pb equivalent thyroid shields with magnetic fastening, available in a range of sizes to accommodate varying staff habitus; shin guards; lead glasses (both non-prescription and fit-over styles) which must include side protection; pockets and embroidery; and appropriate storage racks or rails. All equipment supplied must be CE marked, compliant with BS 2014 standards, and meet the technical, functional, and performance requirements set out in Appendix 1. Specific requirements and quantities are detailed within the Costings Sheet. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Luton:-Protective-gear./835FY879D7 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/835FY879D7

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060681
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003435-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

18143000 - Protective gear

35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

35113450 - Protective coats or ponchos

90721600 - Radiation protection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 20 Feb 2026 30 days
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 NHSFT
Contact Name
Eilish Conroy
Contact Email
eilish.conroy@bedsft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
01582 497523

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
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire, TLH21 Luton

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Poets
Westminster Constituency
Luton North

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