Insulin Infusion Pumps, Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems and Associated Consumables

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

09 Jul 2026 at 08:28

Planning

11 Mar 2026 at 16:25

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by The Common Services Agency, widely known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is focused on the supply and delivery of Insulin Infusion Pumps, Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems, and Associated Consumables. The industry category for this procurement is medical devices and instruments for infusion, under CPV classification code 33194100. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the open procedure being used as the procurement method. The procurement covers entities under the National Health Service (Scotland) and all NHS Northern Ireland Trusts. Key dates include the tender closing on 10th August 2026 at 12:00 BST, with the bid opening at the same time. The procurement's estimated value is £140 million, and it is envisaged to initiate contract awards between August and September 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the medical equipment supply sector, particularly those specialising in devices and instruments for medical infusion. Companies with a strong track record in serving healthcare entities and capable of adhering to the necessary electronic procurement processes, such as electronic submission, ordering, and invoicing, would find this tender appealing. The inclusion of community benefits and a framework agreement that allows up to 999 participants further enhances the opportunities for scalable business growth and long-term partnerships within the UK healthcare sector, particularly for firms committed to community impact initiatives.

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Notice Title

Insulin Infusion Pumps, Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems and Associated Consumables

Notice Description

The supply and delivery of Insulin Infusion Pumps, Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems and Associated Consumables to all entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978, (i.e. All NHS Scotland Health Boards, Special Health Boards and the Authority). All NHS Northern Ireland Trusts.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The supply and delivery of Insulin Infusion Pumps, Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems and Associated Consumables to all entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978, (i.e. All NHS Scotland Health Boards, Special Health Boards and the Authority). All NHS Northern Ireland Trusts.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06679d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064474-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33194100 - Devices and instruments for infusion

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
22 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Award August-September 2026

Notice Status

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

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
Post Town
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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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