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Waiver - BSMHT - Evapo Ltd - Vapes

BIRMINGHAM & SOLIHULL MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION TRUST

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13 Mar 2026 at 13:34

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process entitled "Waiver - BSMHT - Evapo Ltd - Vapes," initiated by Birmingham & Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust, involves the purchase of vaping devices. The tender falls under the goods category and is related to gas-therapy and respiratory devices, identified by CPV code 33157000. The procurement was conducted through a limited method, specifically below threshold with limited competition, managed by University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, which hosts a shared procurement service within the Birmingham and Solihull region. The contract was awarded on 13th March 2026, with Evapo Ltd serving as the supplier. The contract is active, with a term starting from 22nd October 2025 until 21st October 2026, involving a gross financial commitment of £48,000.

This procurement aimed at acquiring products from Evapo Ltd presents business growth opportunities for companies specialising in medical and therapeutic devices, particularly those focusing on respiratory technology. SMEs and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) with innovative solutions in vaping or respiratory products may find this tender particularly aligned with their capabilities. Given the limited competition method used, businesses that can offer niche or specialised goods may increase their prospects of participating successfully in similar future procurements. Companies based in the United Kingdom, especially in regions close to Birmingham, would be well-suited to compete for such contracts facilitated by significant healthcare trusts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Waiver - BSMHT - Evapo Ltd - Vapes

Notice Description

This service relates to the purchase of vapes by Evapo Ltd.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0669db
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022995-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33157000 - Gas-therapy and respiratory devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
21 Oct 2025 - 21 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIRMINGHAM & SOLIHULL MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 3RB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVAPO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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