Tender

Routine & Reactive Water Sampling Services

NHS GRAMPIAN

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Tender

17 Apr 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Routine & Reactive Water Sampling Services" is being conducted by NHS Grampian, a public health organisation based in Aberdeen. This tender falls under the health industry category and involves services related to the monitoring and maintenance of water systems across NHS Grampian properties located in the UKM50 region. The procurement method is open, allowing for electronic submissions accessible through the Public Contracts Scotland platform, with the tender submission deadline set for 18th May 2026 at noon. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the contract award period commencing on 18th May 2026 at 1 PM. Businesses are invited to submit bids electronically via the provided online platform.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in water system monitoring and maintenance services, especially those with an expertise in compliance with statutory, regulatory, and NHS guidelines. Companies offering innovative solutions and high-quality services may find this contract appealing, as the award criteria heavily weigh on technical capability (40%) and price competitiveness (60%). The initial contract is for three years, with a possible two-year extension, allowing for long-term business growth and stability. Additionally, there are community benefits focusing on training and recruitment, presenting further avenues for positive socio-economic engagement in the area. Suitable businesses to compete would include those experienced in health sector contracts and possessing relevant technical proficiency in water sampling and system management.

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Notice Title

Routine & Reactive Water Sampling Services

Notice Description

Routine & reactive water sampling services across NHS Grampian properties.

Lot Information

Lot 1

On behalf of NHS Grampian, the MaTs department must ensure that water systems across these properties are monitored, maintained, and managed in compliance with all relevant statutory, regulatory, and NHS guidance requirements. This includes the delivery of Routine & Reactive Water Sampling activities necessary to support the safe. Please see our ITT Pack on PCS-Tender for more information. https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html Please note that the tender will be available on the PCS-Tendering platform before the Monday the 20th April.

Renewal: The initial contract is for 3 years with the option to extend the contract for 2 additional years (1+1)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829738
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554137
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

90733000 - Services related to water pollution

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS GRAMPIAN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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