Planning

Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire - Sensory Equipment

BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION (BSO)

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Planning

19 Mar 2026 at 11:04

Summary of the contracting process

The Business Services Organisation (BSO), a central government public authority situated in Belfast, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for sensory equipment. The title of this initiative is "Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire - Sensory Equipment," aimed at providing various sensory aids for service users' homes, including residential and nursing homes across the HSC in Northern Ireland. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically targeting optical aids, audiovisual equipment, and devices for the disabled, among others. A preliminary market engagement questionnaire is scheduled, with a due date of 8th April 2026, allowing businesses to engage early in the procurement process. The planning phase outlines a contract period from 1st January 2027 to 31st December 2031, indicating a future opportunity to supply these vital goods.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in manufacturing or supplying sensory equipment, as well as those dealing with audiovisual and communication devices. Companies with expertise in providing optical aids, signalling apparatus, or mobility equipment will find this engagement particularly relevant. The procurement method allows for early engagement, facilitating comprehensive market research and fostering partnerships ahead of the tender stage. Well-suited businesses will include those with innovative solutions tailored to enhance the living environments of individuals with disabilities, thereby supporting the HSC's commitment to quality care in Northern Ireland. The extensive contract period provides a reliable framework for businesses seeking sustained growth through public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire - Sensory Equipment

Notice Description

The scope of this Tender is to provide a range of sensory equipment for use in service users' homes including residential homes or nursing homes throughout the HSC in Northern Ireland

Planning Information

Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire for Sensory Equipment

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066e9f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025057-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

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


CPV Codes

31500000 - Lighting equipment and electric lamps

31521200 - Floor-standing lamps

31620000 - Sound or visual signalling apparatus

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

32321200 - Audio-visual equipment

33141720 - Walking aids

33196200 - Devices for the disabled

38624000 - Optical aids

39295400 - Walking sticks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
8 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION (BSO)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT12 6HU
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Blackstaff
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Further Information

Notice Documents

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