Planning

Clinical Waste Treatment System using Microwave technology

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

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Planning

04 Feb 2026 at 00:00

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

The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland, is planning a procurement process for a Clinical Waste Treatment System using Microwave Technology. This procurement, currently in the planning stage, targets the healthcare industry and aims to procure goods specifically related to clinical waste management. The system must adhere to specific standards, being capable of processing 250 kg of clinical waste per hour and achieving treatment to STAATT Level 4. With its base in Edinburgh, this procurement is located within the UKM region, and is governed under the European Union legal framework with a potential notice date set for 1st May 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical waste management systems, particularly those dealing with microwave technology solutions. Companies with experience and capability in providing CE-marked systems and equipment that incorporate shredding and bin lifting technology would be well-suited to compete. The procurement offers prospects for growth for businesses that can supply innovative solutions and meet the specified requirements, enhancing their presence in the healthcare sector and contributing to sustainable waste management practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Clinical Waste Treatment System using Microwave technology

Notice Description

A microwave system suitable for the continuous treatment of clinical waste. The unit must be CE Marked and have an integrated shredding phase and must have bin lift/tipper. The system must be capable of processing at least 250 kg of clinical waste per hour and the equipment must be capable of treating waste to STAATT Level 4

Lot Information

Lot 1

A microwave system suitable for the continuous treatment of clinical waste. The unit must be CE Marked and have an integrated shredding phase and must have bin lift/tipper. The system must be capable of processing at least 250 kg of clinical waste per hour and the equipment must be capable of treating waste to STAATT Level 4.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000821011-2
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548746
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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42940000 - Machinery for the heat treatment of materials

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 May 20263 months 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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=FEB548746
    Clinical Waste Treatment System using Microwave technology - A microwave system suitable for the continuous treatment of clinical waste. The unit must be CE Marked and have an integrated shredding phase and must have bin lift/tipper. The system must be capable of processing at least 250 kg of clinical waste per hour and the equipment must be capable of treating waste to STAATT Level 4

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