Planning

Ophthalmology Equipment

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

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Planning

11 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process is initiated by the Common Services Agency, more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), focusing on the acquisition of hospital ophthalmology diagnostic equipment. Classified under the health sector, this procurement is in the planning stage with an estimated value of £8 million. The equipment, including visual field analysers, slit lamps, and OCT imaging systems, is planned for delivery within the UKM region. A future notice date is set for 21st August 2026, and the procurement method is intended under the legal basis 32014L0024 (CELEX), adhering to the General Procurement Agreement (GPA). Potential suppliers from the industry should anticipate requirements for quality medical diagnostic goods suited for comprehensive eye examination.

Participating in this tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the medical equipment manufacturing or distribution industries, particularly those specialising in ophthalmology diagnostics. Companies with a robust ability to supply innovative and reliable diagnostic technologies would find this procurement conducive to business expansion within the healthcare sector. As a central purchasing body, NHS National Services Scotland seeks experienced suppliers capable of delivering high-quality equipment that meets stringent healthcare standards, thus offering a gateway to building long-term relationships with a prestigious public health organisation. Interested parties can engage further via the Public Contracts Scotland website to express their interest and obtain additional details.

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Notice Title

Ophthalmology Equipment

Notice Description

Hospital ophthalmology diagnostic equipment used for comprehensive eye examination, including visual field analysers, slit lamps and OCT imaging systems.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Hospital ophthalmology diagnostic equipment used for comprehensive eye examination, including visual field analysers, slit lamps and OCT imaging systems.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000826328
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551507
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


CPV Codes

33115000 - Tomography devices

33122000 - Ophthalmology equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
21 Aug 20266 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

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

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