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Automatic and Semi Automatic Meal Container Sealing Machines

Notice Description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) intends to undertake a future procurement for the supply of Automatic and Semi-automatic meal container sealing machines and associated consumables to support NHSGGC's Cook Freeze Production Units based at Royal Alexandra Hospital and Inverclyde Royal Hospital. The requirement will include the provision of sealing machines, compatible containers, and lidding film, ensuring full integration with existing food production, freezing, storage, and reheating processes. The current system utilises bespoke equipment and consumables; therefore, any future solution must ensure continuity of service while supporting potential alternative models, including both capital purchase and lease arrangements. This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is issued to inform the market of this potential opportunity and to enable early engagement with interested suppliers.

Lot Information

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde intends to undertake a future procurement for the supply of automatic and semi-automatic meal container sealing machines and associated consumables to support its Cook Freeze Production Units located at Royal Alexandra Hospital and Inverclyde Royal Hospital. The Authority is seeking to engage with the market to identify potential suppliers capable of providing sealing machines, compatible containers, and lidding film that fully integrate with existing food production, freezing, storage, and reheating processes. Solutions may include both capital purchase and lease-based models. The current system utilises bespoke equipment and consumables; therefore, suppliers are invited to demonstrate how their proposed solutions can ensure continuity of service while meeting operational requirements. For reference, the existing container and film specifications are outlined below: Container Sizes: GN 1/2 - 48mm x 325mm x 265mm (H x W x D) - White GN 1/3 - 48mm x 325mm x 176mm (H x W x D) - White GN 1/4 - 55mm x 265mm x 162mm (H x W x D) - White GN 1/8 - 36mm x 161mm x 131mm (H x W x D) - White GN 1/8 - 50mm x 161mm x 131mm (H x W x D) - White Film Sizes: 335mm x 300mm (W x D) 400mm x 300mm (W x D) These specifications are provided for information only to support supplier understanding of current requirements. Suppliers are encouraged to propose solutions that meet or improve upon the operational needs of NHSGGC. This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is issued to inform the market of this potential opportunity and to initiate early engagement with interested suppliers.. Interested parties should note interest in the Prior Information Notice prior to 13th July 2026 deadline. Dialogue will then be initiated by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde with the relevant parties noting interest.

Notice Details

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000829356
Publication Source: Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557840
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: 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
CPV Codes: 39222000 - Catering supplies

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date: 11 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline: Not specified
Future Notice Date: 12 Aug 20262 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

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Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer: NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE
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Buyer Location

Locality: GLASGOW
Postcode: G4 0SF
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: TLM82 Glasgow City
Local Authority: Glasgow City
Electoral Ward: Dennistoun
Westminster Constituency: Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557840
Automatic and Semi Automatic Meal Container Sealing Machines - NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) intends to undertake a future procurement for the supply of Automatic and Semi-automatic meal container sealing machines and associated consumables to support NHSGGC's Cook Freeze Production Units based at Royal Alexandra Hospital and Inverclyde Royal Hospital. The requirement will include the provision of sealing machines, compatible containers, and lidding film, ensuring full integration with existing food production, freezing, storage, and reheating processes. The current system utilises bespoke equipment and consumables; therefore, any future solution must ensure continuity of service while supporting potential alternative models, including both capital purchase and lease arrangements. This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is issued to inform the market of this potential opportunity and to enable early engagement with interested suppliers.

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