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NP57026 Disposable Medical Pulp and Associated Products

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

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 Jun 2026 at 16:33

Award Notice
Tender

27 Jan 2026 at 13:41

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process for "NP57026 Disposable Medical Pulp and Associated Products," conducted by The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has reached its awarding stage as of 11 June 2026. This framework agreement covers a wide array of medical consumables primarily used within NHS Scotland health boards and the Scottish Ambulance Service. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKM region, the procurement follows an open procedure and is central to ensuring a steady supply of goods such as urinal systems, bed pan systems, and absorbent powders, all classified under the "Pulp" category. The contract, effective till 2028 with options for 2 x 12-month extensions, had active participation, resulting in multiple awards to various suppliers, with contract signing occurring in late May 2026.

This procurement creates opportunities for both large and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) to engage in providing essential health products, fostering innovation and improving service delivery within the public healthcare system. Businesses with expertise in producing medical consumables, especially those with existing frameworks or capabilities to rapidly scale production, will find this tender appealing. The available lots and the framework’s requirement for competitive pricing and quality present an excellent growth opportunity, particularly for businesses with established supply chain logistics within the region. Moreover, involvement in such frameworks provides increased visibility and potential future engagements within the public sector marketplace.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NP57026 Disposable Medical Pulp and Associated Products

Notice Description

The Supply of Disposable Medical Pulp Products & Related Options used extensively across NHS Scotland health boards and the Scottish Ambulance Service.

Lot Information

Urinal Systems

Mandatory items: Female Urinal Male Urinal Bottle - Round (up to 900ml) Male Urinal Bottle - Square (up to 900ml)

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options

Bed Pan Sytems

Mandatory Items: Bed Pan Liner 2000ml Bed Pan Support (Compatible with bed pan liner)

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options

General Purpose

Mandatory Items: Kidney Dish 700ml Graduated Measuring Jug 1000ml Multi Cup 300ml Shallow Tray 225mm x 135mm x 20mm (or nearest equivalent size) Deep Tray 216mm x 143mm x 38mm (or nearest equivalent size)

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options

Slipper Pan Systems

Mandatory Items: Slipper Pan Liner 1300ml Slipper Pan Liner 2000ml

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options

Detergent Proof Washbowls

Mandatory Items: Washbowl Detergent Proof 4000ml

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options

Bowls

Mandatory Items: Graduated Small Bowl 1000ml Graduated Medium Bowl 1700ml

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options

Absorbent Powder

Absorbent Powder for use in the solidification of urine/liquid, used in conjunction with disposable pulp products. Mandatory Items: Absorbent Powder (Sachets) or closest equivalent

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options

Paper Medicne Pots

Mandatory Items: Waxed Paper Medicine Pot 28ml or closest equivalent volume

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060faf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055416-2026
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, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

03460000 - Pulp

33140000 - Medical consumables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£11,406,834 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 May 20263 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
3
Supplier Names

Medscience Distribution Ltd

Omni-Pac Group MFP

Polyco Healthline

Further Information

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