Planning

NP59725 Custom Theatre Packs & Surgical Drapes

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)

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Planning

12 Aug 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by The Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is currently in the planning stage for the tender titled "NP59725 Custom Theatre Packs & Surgical Drapes." This procurement falls under the health industry category, with a focus on supplying goods throughout Scotland. The estimated contract value is £32 million. A future notice for this procurement is expected to be issued on 23 October 2025. The procurement method includes two key lots: one for Custom Theatre Packs and another for Surgical Drapes, reinforcing Scottish healthcare infrastructure through strategic purchasing.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in medical supplies, specifically those that can provide bespoke surgical packs and drapes. Companies with robust distribution networks across the UK and the ability to meet high standards required by NHS stakeholders will find this procurement process well-suited for their capabilities. The strategic nature of this procurement signals potential for long-term partnerships, especially for businesses equipped to support healthcare environments on a national scale. Participation in this procurement enhances visibility and reputation within the public sector, offering growth pathways for established and emerging suppliers in the healthcare goods industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NP59725 Custom Theatre Packs & Surgical Drapes

Notice Description

The Supply of Custom Theatre Packs & Drapes within a healthcare environment throughout the whole of Scotland

Lot Information

Custom Theatre Packs

Purchase of Custom Theatre Packs for use within a healthcare environment throughout the whole of Scotland for specialist procedures.

Surgical Drapes

Supply of surgical drapes, Lot structure is provisional and still to be agreed with stakeholders across Scottish health boards.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000807117
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536876
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

33140000 - Medical consumables

33162200 - Operating-theatre instruments

39518100 - Operating-theatre drapes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nithin.mane@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Post Town
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
Not specified
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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