Tender

Health & Social Care Simulated Learning Space

NORTH EAST SCOTLAND COLLEGE

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Tender

06 May 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

North East Scotland College has initiated an open tender process for the supply of medical furniture, furnishings, fittings, and equipment as part of a project to establish a simulated ward-style learning space for health and social care courses at its Aberdeen City Campus. The procurement process, set in the Education industry category, is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 5th June 2026 at 12:00 PM. The anticipated delivery date for the project is around 1st July 2026, although this date is subject to confirmation. This opportunity is being managed by Mark Davidson, the Procurement Officer at the college, with an overall budget of £130,000 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical and educational furnishings, offering a chance to collaborate with a major educational institution in Scotland. Companies with the capacity to deliver a comprehensive range of products as specified in the commercial questionnaire are particularly well-suited for this project. By engaging in this tender, businesses can not only contribute to an innovative educational project but also expand their portfolio and establish a strong presence in the educational sector. The open procurement method ensures a competitive bidding process, allowing businesses of all sizes to participate and potentially secure a meaningful contract.

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Notice Title

Health & Social Care Simulated Learning Space

Notice Description

Invitation to tender for the supply of medical furniture, furnishings, fittings and equipment to Nort East Scotland College, as part of a project to create a simulated ward-style learning space for health & social care courses. Estimated delivery date circa 01 July 2026 - to be confirmed with successful bidder. Bidders MUST ensure they have the capacity to provide the full list of items on the commercial questionnaire and should complete and return the commercial response document. Subject to the College's General Terms and Conditions of Purchase (https://d1ssu070pg2v9i.cloudfront.net/pex/nescol/2025/08/26105426/Terms-and-Conditions-of-Purchase.pdf)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Invitation to tender for the supply of medical furniture, furnishings, fittings and equipment to Nort East Scotland College, as part of a project to create a simulated 5-bed hospital ward-style learning space for health & social care courses, enabling the delivery of: - Fundamental nursing care - Patient dignity and communication - Infection prevention and control - Team based and inter professional scenarios Estimated delivery date circa 01 July 2026 - to be confirmed with successful bidder. Bidders MUST ensure they have the capacity to provide the full list of items on the commercial questionnaire and should complete and return the commercial response document. Subject to the College's General Terms and Conditions of Purchase (https://d1ssu070pg2v9i.cloudfront.net/pex/nescol/2025/08/26105426/Terms-and-Conditions-of-Purchase.pdf)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000831166
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555243
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

33192000 - Medical furniture

33192200 - Medical tables

33196000 - Medical aids

34152000 - Training simulators

39100000 - Furniture

39162000 - Educational equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 20263 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
NORTH EAST SCOTLAND COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB25 1BN
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
George St/Harbour
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555243
    Health & Social Care Simulated Learning Space - Invitation to tender for the supply of medical furniture, furnishings, fittings and equipment to Nort East Scotland College, as part of a project to create a simulated ward-style learning space for health & social care courses. Estimated delivery date circa 01 July 2026 - to be confirmed with successful bidder. Bidders MUST ensure they have the capacity to provide the full list of items on the commercial questionnaire and should complete and return the commercial response document. Subject to the College's General Terms and Conditions of Purchase (https://d1ssu070pg2v9i.cloudfront.net/pex/nescol/2025/08/26105426/Terms-and-Conditions-of-Purchase.pdf)

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