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PROC-25-3047 - Supply of Liquid Nitrogen

SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY

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02 Feb 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority has awarded a contract for the supply of liquid nitrogen under the NHS Framework for Medical Gases in Cylinders and Bulk Gases, reference SBS10040. The award was made to Air Products through a direct award procedure, classified under the open procurement method and goods category. This contract, valued at £416,433, was signed on January 29, 2026, with the main delivery location specified as Scotland. The procurement process is in the award stage, following the NHS Framework guidelines, and is overseen by the Glasgow Sheriff Court as the review body. All associated activities are documented in compliance with the relevant governmental standards and regulations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the production and distribution of medical gases, especially those able to supply in bulk quantities. Large-scale suppliers with existing capabilities in handling medical gases under NHS frameworks would find this contract particularly advantageous, considering the specific nature of the procurement requirements. Engaging with such public sector contracts can help businesses deepen their market reach and demonstrate their capacity to meet rigorous public safety and quality standards, thereby fostering business growth and building credibility in the healthcare supply sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PROC-25-3047 - Supply of Liquid Nitrogen

Notice Description

Contract award notice for Supply of Liquid Nitrogen. Awarded via Direct Award under NHS Framework Medical Gases in Cylinders and Bulk Gases SBS10040

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Authority has a requirement for the Supply of Liquid Nitrogen. A Direct Award was carried out under the NHS Framework Medical Gases in Cylinders and Bulk Gases, SBS10040, Lot 2.. Direct Award was carried out under the NHS Framework Medical Gases in Cylinders and Bulk Gases, SBS10040, Lot 2.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000821913
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548484
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

CPV Codes

24111800 - Liquid nitrogen

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£416,433 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G40 4EH
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Calton
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AIR PRODUCTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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