This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Oct 2025 at 01:00

Tender

30 Jun 2025 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has initiated a procurement process for the "Supply of Wigs" directed towards NHS Scotland. This active tender, valued at £15,500,000, falls under the health industry category. The procurement seeks to ensure the supply and fitting of wigs and accessories across all geographical boards for NHS Scotland. The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure with electronic and written submissions accepted via the Public Contracts Scotland portal. The main deadline for tender submissions is 13th August 2025, with the award period commencing on the same date. Situated in Edinburgh, the main location for review and decision-making is the Sherriff Court House.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare goods, particularly those capable of supplying and fitting wigs. Companies with robust distribution networks and experience in serving healthcare institutions would be well-suited to participate. The open pricing and capped pricing lots cater to suppliers who can offer competitive pricing structures, either below or at the cap level. Additionally, as the framework allows for a maximum of five participants and includes a two-year potential extension, successful bidders stand to benefit from sustained business growth and enhanced industry presence. Compliance with community benefit obligations further enhances engagement with NHS Scotland's initiatives, fostering stronger ties within the Scottish healthcare community.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Supply of Wigs

Notice Description

Supply and fitting of Wigs and accessories to NHS Scotland

Lot Information

Supply and fitting of Wigs and Accessories, Open Pricing

This lot is open pricing for all product codes in the supply and fitting of wigs and accessories to NHS Scotland. Unranked award, we envisage 5 suppliers being awarded. Note: Either Lot 1 or 2 will be awarded.

Renewal: The authority has the option of 2 x 12 month extensions

Supply and fitting of Wigs and accessories - Capped Pricing

This lot is capped pricing for all product codes in the supply and fitting of wigs and accessories to NHS Scotland. Suppliers cant opt to tender for this lot if they can offer pricing below the cap amount for all products. Unranked award, we envisage 5 suppliers being awarded. Note: Either Lot 1 or 2 will be awarded.

Renewal: The authority has the option of 2 x 12 month extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000801050
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT541406
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33711630 - Wigs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,400,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Oct 202510 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

Aderans UK LTD t/a A&A Studios

Browns More Hair Now Ltd

Daxbourne International Ltd

HOLMS GREENOCK LTD T/A JUDY PLUM WIGS

LA Hair Solutions

Parrucche Wig Professionals

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