Planning

Container Unloader

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

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Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is planning a procurement process for a "Container Unloader" under the public law category. This tender falls within the health sector and intends to procure goods specifically for a mobile, battery-powered container unloader device capable of operating inside 40/20ft containers. The contracting authority is based in Edinburgh, with the delivery region specified as UKM. Currently at the planning stage, with a future notice date expected on 5th January 2026. Potential suppliers should be aware that, if multiple candidates express interest, an open tender process might be initiated through PCS-T.

This tender presents potential growth opportunities for businesses specialising in industrial equipment manufacturing or material handling solutions. Companies experienced in developing mobile and automated material handling devices, especially those with capabilities in battery-powered technology and precision lifting mechanisms, would be well-suited to competitive engagement. Engaging with NHS National Services Scotland through this procurement could significantly enhance the supplier’s portfolio within the public health sector and provide exposure to future procurement opportunities under the NHS framework in the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Container Unloader

Notice Description

We are seeking a supplier that can provide us with a container unloader that meets the following criteria: - Mobile battery powered device - Fit inside 40/20ft containers - Powered lifting/lowering platform for 1-2 people - Powered conveyor attached to platform to lift/lower along with platform - Suction arm capable of lifting up to 40kg

Lot Information

Lot 1

If multiple suppliers are available, procurement process will include running a full open tender process via PCS-T.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000809660
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538849
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42418000 - Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Jan 20264 weeks to go
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
nss.procurementteam@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
TLM Scotland

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538849
    Container Unloader - We are seeking a supplier that can provide us with a container unloader that meets the following criteria: - Mobile battery powered device - Fit inside 40/20ft containers - Powered lifting/lowering platform for 1-2 people - Powered conveyor attached to platform to lift/lower along with platform - Suction arm capable of lifting up to 40kg

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