Award

Radiotherapy Linac - NHS Tayside

NHS TAYSIDE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 Jan 2026 at 00:00

Tender

20 Mar 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Tayside is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of a new Radiotherapy Linear Accelerator, to be installed at the Tayside Cancer Centre, Ninewells Hospital in Dundee, with a total project value of GBP 2,750,000. This procurement falls under the health industry category, specifically radiotherapy equipment, and follows an open procedure. The tender period will close on 1st May 2025, with submissions to be made electronically. The project aims to replace the existing linear accelerator, which has reached the end of its operational life, as part of the Scottish Government’s Radiotherapy Capital Equipment Replacement Programme (CERP). Key contacts for this contract are Sara Maciver of NHS Tayside and the review body, Dundee Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment, particularly those with expertise in high-value, complex installations such as linear accelerators. The open procedure allows for competitive bidding, and businesses with a strong track record in the healthcare sector and the necessary financial stability (minimum annual turnover of GBP 5.5 million) are well-suited to apply. The successful contractor will benefit from acting as the Prime Contractor, taking full responsibility for supply, installation, and ongoing maintenance, thus presenting substantial growth and collaborative opportunities. Additionally, bidders are required to comply with quality management standards and provide proof of relevant experience and certifications, ensuring a high level of expertise and reliability in the execution of this contract.

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Notice Title

Radiotherapy Linac - NHS Tayside

Notice Description

One linear accelerator was to be replaced and installed within NHS Tayside (code DD2) located at the Tayside Cancer Centre at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee as it had reached the end of its recommended life-expectancy and was due for replacement under the Scottish Government's Radiotherapy Capital Equipment Replacement Programme (CERP).

Lot Information

Lot 1

One linear accelerator was to be replaced (code DD2) and installed at the Tayside Cancer Centre located at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee as it had reached the end of its recommended life-expectancy and was due for replacement under the Scottish Government's Radiotherapy Capital Equipment Replacement Programme (CERP). The implementation of these Products would be undertaken by the Contractor on a "turnkey" basis. Contractors were required to provide detailed information in relation to the turnkey arrangements. It was expected that all Contractors would require to undertake site visit(s) to the Tayside Cancer Centre location in order to understand requirements and inform Contractors' responses to this NHS Requirement. It was intended that an award will be made to one successful Contractor who would act in the role of Prime Contractor for supply of all Products and associated services to the Board. This meant that the successful Contractor should assume full responsibility for supply of all Products and associated services. The successful Contractor should be solely responsible for effecting any sub-contracting or collaborative arrangements required with other suppliers to allow the successful Contractor to meet this commitment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000793622
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547337
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

33150000 - Radiotherapy, mechanotherapy, electrotherapy and physical therapy devices

33151000 - Radiotherapy devices and supplies

51413000 - Installation services of radiotherapy equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,750,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,750,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,809,058 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS TAYSIDE
Contact Name
Sara Maciver
Contact Email
sara.maciver@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 7483104015

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 9SY
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VARIAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR526477
    Radiotherapy Linac - NHS Tayside - One linear accelerator is to be replaced and installed within NHS Tayside (code DD2) located at the Tayside Cancer Centre at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee as it has reached the end of its recommended life-expectancy and is due for replacement under the Scottish Government's Radiotherapy Capital Equipment Replacement Programme (CERP).
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547337
    Radiotherapy Linac - NHS Tayside - One linear accelerator was to be replaced and installed within NHS Tayside (code DD2) located at the Tayside Cancer Centre at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee as it had reached the end of its recommended life-expectancy and was due for replacement under the Scottish Government's Radiotherapy Capital Equipment Replacement Programme (CERP).

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