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Award

24 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Tender

30 Mar 2026 at 00:00

TenderUpdate

30 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Outsourced Dermatology Services" was led by NHS Grampian, located in Aberdeen, Scotland, classified under the health industry. The procurement followed an open procedure within the NHS Grampian region. The process progressed to the award stage, with a contract awarded to Medinet Clinical Services Ltd on 8th July 2026, with a value of £900,000. The initial tendering phase involved submissions from interested parties using the electronic system, and allowed for a submission period ending on 30th April 2026. The contract was subject to a quality-to-cost ratio of 80:20, ensuring a balance between technical proficiency and financial competitiveness.

This procurement offered significant opportunities for businesses specialising in dermatology-related services, particularly those with experience in the healthcare sector. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs), such as Medinet Clinical Services Ltd, found a successful opportunity to expand their market presence within the NHS framework. The open tendering process encouraged competitiveness and innovation, making it ideal for businesses able to meet strict technical and economic selection criteria, such as holding relevant professional memberships and demonstrating financial stability over recent years. The potential for contract renewals further supports long-term business growth and stability, particularly for those offering quality and value-driven healthcare solutions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Outsourced Dermatology Services

Notice Description

Outsourced dermatology services within the NHS Grampian region

Lot Information

Lot 1

Open Tender process - Any supplier that can provide these services within the NHS Grampian region may bid

Renewal: 2 off 12 month renewal options

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827956
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560857
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85121282 - Dermatology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20264 weeks 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS GRAMPIAN
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB15 6RE
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Kingswells/Sheddocksley/Summerhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEDINET CLINICAL SERVICES

Further Information

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