Tender

Bariatric Equipment Rental - Lancashire Teaching Hospitals

LANCASHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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TenderUpdate

20 Mar 2026 at 15:17

Tender

13 Mar 2026 at 09:54

Planning

17 Feb 2026 at 15:20

Summary of the contracting process

The Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is conducting a public procurement process to secure a provider for the rental of bariatric equipment. This tender, under the title "Bariatric Equipment Rental - Lancashire Teaching Hospitals," falls within the industry category of healthcare and medical equipment, specifically targeting medical furniture, hospital beds, seats, chairs, and lifting and handling equipment. The contracting authority is a public authority within central government, located in Preston, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open competitive flexible procedure, currently at the 'Tender' stage with an updated status as of March 20, 2026. Interested parties must submit their tenders by April 17, 2026, with queries being entertained until April 2, 2026. Contract commencement is slated for July 13, 2026, and will run until July 12, 2029.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSE organisations specialising in medical equipment supply and rental. With a contract value of £768,000, it encompasses a dual-phase assessment focusing on quality, cost efficiency, and social value, followed by presentation demonstrations. Businesses exhibiting strengths in delivering high-quality medical equipment, managing inventory and logistics, and providing reliable customer service could significantly benefit. Participation necessitates registration through the Atamis e-sourcing portal, presenting a lucrative prospect for firms looking to establish or expand their footprint in the healthcare equipment rental market.

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Notice Title

Bariatric Equipment Rental - Lancashire Teaching Hospitals

Notice Description

Via the use of a competitive flexible procedure, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust wish to enter contract with a suitably qualified provider(s) for the provision and rental of Bariatric Equipment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065653
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025886-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

33192000 - Medical furniture

33192120 - Hospital beds

39110000 - Seats, chairs and related products, and associated parts

42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Apr 20265 days to go
Future Notice Date
3 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2029-01-01

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
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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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

Further Information

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