Tender

FIF025-26 Off-Script Oral Nutritional Supplements (ONS)

NHS FIFE

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Tender

26 May 2026 at 14:52

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Fife, a public health body based in Dunfermline, United Kingdom, is currently active in the tender stage of a procurement process for the supply of Off-Script Oral Nutritional Supplements (ONS). This contract falls under the goods category and pertains to special nutritional products. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, with electronic submissions required by 25th June 2026. The contract, valued at £600,000, will have a duration of three years, with the possibility of two additional 12-month extensions. Delivery of the supplements is expected to be within the UKM72 region, and communication around this tender will primarily occur via electronic means.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing or distribution of nutritional supplements, particularly those with capabilities in home delivery and non-prescriptive ordering models. Companies that can demonstrate strong quality assurance processes, including effective communication and efficient management of out-of-stock issues, are well-positioned to compete. Additionally, the open procurement method encourages participation from businesses of varying sizes, provided they can fulfil the criteria for technical support, user visibility, and sustainable practices. Thus, this contract not only offers immediate business growth through a significant financial commitment but also potential for extended collaboration with NHS Fife.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

FIF025-26 Off-Script Oral Nutritional Supplements (ONS)

Notice Description

Off-Script Oral Nutritional Supplements (ONS)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Oral Nutritional Supplements (ONS) are to be supplied on an Off Script/Non-GP10 basis via a Non-Prescribing Ordering (NPO) model with home delivery.

Renewal: Initial 3 years with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a41e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048978-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15880000 - Special nutritional products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 20263 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 FIFE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNFERMLINE
Postcode
KY12 0SU
Post Town
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife

Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Dunfermline North
Westminster Constituency
Dunfermline and Dollar

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-06a41e-2026-05-26T15:52:07+01:00",
    "date": "2026-05-26T15:52:07+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-06a41e",
    "description": "The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 31920. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 (SC Ref:832705)",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "tender": {
        "id": "FIF025-26",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "32014L0024",
            "scheme": "CELEX"
        },
        "title": "FIF025-26 Off-Script Oral Nutritional Supplements (ONS)",
        "status": "active",
        "classification": {
            "scheme": "CPV",
            "id": "15880000",
            "description": "Special nutritional products"
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "goods",
        "description": "Off-Script Oral Nutritional Supplements (ONS)",
        "value": {
            "amount": 600000,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "description": "Oral Nutritional Supplements (ONS) are to be supplied on an Off Script/Non-GP10 basis via a Non-Prescribing Ordering (NPO) model with home delivery.",
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "name": "Complaints Procedures",
                            "type": "quality",
                            "description": "23"
                        },
                        {
                            "name": "Communication",
                            "type": "quality",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "name": "Management of Out-of-Stock Issues",
                            "type": "quality",
                            "description": "20"
                        },
                        {
                            "name": "Invoicing and Financial Management",
                            "type": "quality",
                            "description": "10"
                        },
                        {
                            "name": "User Visibility and Tracking Capability",
                            "type": "quality",
                            "description": "20"
                        },
                        {
                            "name": "Technical Support",
                            "type": "quality",
                            "description": "7"
                        },
                        {
                            "name": "Implementation",
                            "type": "quality",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "name": "Deliveries",
                            "type": "quality",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "name": "Sustainability",
                            "type": "quality",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "60"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 1800
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "Initial 3 years with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month extensions"
                },
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed",
                    "electronicCataloguePolicy": "required"
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "status": "active"
            }
        ],
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "additionalClassifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "15880000",
                        "description": "Special nutritional products"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "UKM72"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryLocation": {
                    "description": "Various"
                },
                "relatedLot": "1"
            }
        ],
        "submissionMethod": [
            "electronicSubmission"
        ],
        "submissionMethodDetails": "https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/",
        "communication": {
            "atypicalToolUrl": "https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/"
        },
        "procurementMethod": "open",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Open procedure",
        "coveredBy": [
            "GPA"
        ],
        "tenderPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2026-06-25T12:00:00+01:00"
        },
        "submissionTerms": {
            "languages": [
                "en"
            ],
            "bidValidityPeriod": {
                "endDate": "2026-08-25T23:59:59+01:00"
            }
        },
        "awardPeriod": {
            "startDate": "2026-06-25T12:00:00+01:00"
        },
        "bidOpening": {
            "date": "2026-06-25T12:00:00+01:00"
        },
        "hasRecurrence": false,
        "contractTerms": {
            "hasElectronicOrdering": true,
            "electronicInvoicingPolicy": "allowed",
            "hasElectronicPayment": true
        }
    },
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-FTS-126002",
            "name": "NHS Fife",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "NHS Fife"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Queen Margaret Hospital, Whitefield Road",
                "locality": "Dunfermline",
                "region": "UKM72",
                "postalCode": "KY12 0SU",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "telephone": "+44 1592657320",
                "email": "colin.munro@nhs.scot",
                "url": "https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "http://www.nhsfife.org",
                "buyerProfile": "https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00185",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "BODY_PUBLIC",
                        "scheme": "TED_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Body governed by public law"
                    },
                    {
                        "id": "07",
                        "scheme": "COFOG",
                        "description": "Health"
                    }
                ]
            }
        },
        {
            "id": "GB-FTS-37656",
            "name": "Sheriff Court House",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "Sheriff Court House"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Whytescauseway",
                "locality": "Kirkcaldy",
                "postalCode": "KY1 1XQ",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "telephone": "+44 1592260171"
            },
            "roles": [
                "reviewBody"
            ]
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-FTS-126002",
        "name": "NHS Fife"
    },
    "links": [
        {
            "rel": "canonical",
            "href": "https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832705"
        }
    ],
    "language": "en"
}