Tender

Routine & Reactive Water Sampling Services

NHS GRAMPIAN

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Tender

17 Apr 2026 at 15:09

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Grampian is currently conducting a procurement exercise for "Routine & Reactive Water Sampling Services," focusing on services related to water pollution across its properties. This tender falls under the services category, particularly targeting the health sector within the Aberdeen area, identified as UKM50. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with an open procedure in place. Key dates include a tender period closing on 18 May 2026, followed by the award period commencing the same day. The contract, initially for three years, includes a provision for two one-year extensions, and electronic submissions are required.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in water pollution services, technical testing, analysis, and consultancy. Companies that can provide high-quality service with competitive pricing will find this contract appealing, as the award criteria favour technical quality (40%) and price (60%). The contract's emphasis on community benefits also allows businesses to contribute to the economic and social wellbeing of NHS Grampian’s area, enhancing their local footprint and fostering goodwill. Organisations within the water management and environmental services industries that meet the suitability criteria can leverage this procurement to expand their operations and establish a solid presence in the public health sector.

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Notice Title

Routine & Reactive Water Sampling Services

Notice Description

Routine & reactive water sampling services across NHS Grampian properties.

Lot Information

Lot 1

On behalf of NHS Grampian, the MaTs department must ensure that water systems across these properties are monitored, maintained, and managed in compliance with all relevant statutory, regulatory, and NHS guidance requirements. This includes the delivery of Routine & Reactive Water Sampling activities necessary to support the safe Additional information: Please see our ITT Pack on PCS-Tender for more information. https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html Please note that the tender will be available on the PCS-Tendering platform before the Monday the 20th April.

Renewal: The initial contract is for 3 years with the option to extend the contract for 2 additional years (1+1)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0685ab
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035354-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

90733000 - Services related to water pollution

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS GRAMPIAN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB15 6RE
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Kingswells/Sheddocksley/Summerhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

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