Tender

DGLW/25/02 Clinical Orthotic Services

DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD

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Tender

03 Jul 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Dumfries and Galloway Health Board is currently in the tender stage for the procurement process titled "DGLW/25/02 Clinical Orthotic Services," which falls under the health industry category. Located in Dumfries, this tender aims to secure a provider for clinical orthotic services, focusing primarily on outpatient clinics at Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary and Galloway Community Hospital in Stranraer. The tender allows for a 23-month initial contract with the potential of a nine-month extension. The procurement is open procedure-based, accepting electronic submissions until the deadline on 5 August 2025, with the award anticipated to follow immediately. The contract is valued at £100,000 GBP, encompassing service delivery to accommodate approximately 582 annual referrals and 2,000 patient attendances.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in orthotic services, offering a platform for growth through sustained service provision in Scotland's healthcare sector. Companies with expertise in managing clinical sessions and possessing a robust service delivery framework are well-suited to compete. With no assumptions made about additional supplies alongside the clinical service, this contract appeals to providers focused solely on patient care within outpatient settings. The procurement method encourages accessibility and wide participation, offering a strategic entry point for businesses seeking expansion in public health contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DGLW/25/02 Clinical Orthotic Services

Notice Description

NHS D&G Orthotic service receives approx. 582 referrals annually from GPs, Consultants and AHPs, with approx. 2000 annual patient attendances. The service is delivered primarily though outpatient clinics. Main site is Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI) . Clinics are also held at Galloway Community Hospital in Stranraer. The service is managed by NHS employed Team leader and Acute AHP Manger with the contracted service providing majority of clinical sessions. This tender seeks a provider, for 23 months with the possibility of 1 further extension of 9 months , to deliver an agreed number of sessions per month. (Sessions are 3.5 hours) This is a clinical service contract and within the terms of the contract no assumption should be made as to the supply of other goods, equipment, or devices.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS D&G Orthotic service receives approx. 582 referrals annually from GPs, Consultants and AHPs, with approx. 2000 annual patient attendances. The service is delivered primarily though outpatient clinics. Main site is Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI) . Clinics are also held at Galloway Community Hospital in Stranraer. The service is managed by NHS employed Team leader and Acute AHP Manger with the contracted service providing majority of clinical sessions. This tender seeks a provider, for 23 months with the possibility of 1 further extension of 9 months , to deliver an agreed number of sessions per month. (Sessions are 3.5 hours) This is a clinical service contract and within the terms of the contract no assumption should be made as to the supply of other goods, equipment, or devices.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000803342
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL533848
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract 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

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85111600 - Orthotic services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2025Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD
Contact Name
Lesley Wilson
Contact Email
lesley.wilson4@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1387246246

Buyer Location

Locality
DUMFRIES
Postcode
DG1 4AP
Post Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Local Authority
Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward
Nith
Westminster Constituency
Dumfries and Galloway

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL533848
    DGLW/25/02 Clinical Orthotic Services - NHS D&G Orthotic service receives approx. 582 referrals annually from GPs, Consultants and AHPs, with approx. 2000 annual patient attendances. The service is delivered primarily though outpatient clinics. Main site is Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI) . Clinics are also held at Galloway Community Hospital in Stranraer. The service is managed by NHS employed Team leader and Acute AHP Manger with the contracted service providing majority of clinical sessions. This tender seeks a provider, for 23 months with the possibility of 1 further extension of 9 months , to deliver an agreed number of sessions per month. (Sessions are 3.5 hours) This is a clinical service contract and within the terms of the contract no assumption should be made as to the supply of other goods, equipment, or devices.

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