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ENHT - Vending Machine & Smart Dispensing

EAST AND NORTH HERTFORDSHIRE TEACHING NHS TRUST

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16 Apr 2026 at 10:42

Summary of the contracting process

The East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust has concluded the contracting process for a vending machine and smart dispensing service, titled "ENHT - Vending Machine & Smart Dispensing". The contract was awarded to Care Vending, a large-scale supplier based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. This procurement was executed under a limited competition method, considered below the threshold. The procurement falls within the services category, specifically catering services and vending machines, located in the UKH23 region of the United Kingdom. The process reached its award stage on 16 April 2026, with the contract active from 1 February 2026 to 31 January 2029, with optional extensions available. Key details include the central government authority type and a rebate model within the agreement.

The contract provides significant potential for business growth, especially for enterprises specialising in catering and smart dispensing technologies. Businesses equipped to manage fully automated vending systems can compete effectively, thanks to the service's nil-cost and managed structure with a rebate model. Large enterprises can particularly benefit due to the service scale and the contract's longevity, which spans several years with renewal options. The opportunity supports businesses aiming to expand their operations in the healthcare sector. This procurement by the NHS Trust is an ideal opportunity for businesses seeking to collaborate in public sector healthcare services.

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Notice Title

ENHT - Vending Machine & Smart Dispensing

Notice Description

The East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust completed a request for quotation (RFQ) for a nil-cost, fully managed vending and smart dispensing service with a rebate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0683f5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034596-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

42933000 - Vending machines

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,071 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AND NORTH HERTFORDSHIRE TEACHING NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STEVENAGE
Postcode
SG1 4AB
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stevenage
Electoral Ward
Woodfield
Westminster Constituency
Stevenage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARE VENDING

Further Information

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