Tender

First Aid Supplies

EDUCATION AUTHORITY

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24 Feb 2026 at 15:59

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17 Feb 2026 at 12:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Education Authority in Belfast is undertaking a procurement process under Northern Irish devolved regulations for the supply of First Aid Supplies. This tender, identified by the code BSP-25-015, is active and follows an open, competitive flexible procedure. The procurement is for goods within the medical equipment and personal care products category. The tender period concludes on 20th March 2026, with the award anticipated by 17th April 2026. This contract spans four years with possible extensions up to two years, allowing flexibility for both the supplier and the buying authority. The procurement involves delivery within the United Kingdom, focusing specifically on the region of Northern Ireland.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the medical equipment and pharmaceuticals industry. It is particularly suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) seeking to expand their reach in Northern Ireland's public sector. Given the contract's potential extension, vendors can leverage this chance to establish a long-term partnership with the Education Authority. Companies with innovative solutions and competitive pricing, focusing on compliance with specifications, are well-positioned to succeed. The ability to adhere to the tender's submission requirements, such as the completion of a financial response document, will be crucial for bidders.

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Notice Title

First Aid Supplies

Notice Description

Education Authority (hereafter referred to as EA) has a requirement for the supply of First Aid Supplies and intend to establish a contract for a period of 4 years with optional extension period(s) up to and including 24 months. It should be noted that the contract extension options may or may not be exercised.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: An optional extension period(s) up to and including 24 months

Renewal: An optional extension period(s) up to and including 24 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0655f0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016603-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
2026-04-17

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EDUCATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT1 2NQ
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Duncairn
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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