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Tender

15 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council invites tenders for the provision of disposable plastic bags for its Community Equipment Loan Service (CELS). This tender focuses on supplying plastic bags critical for storing and handling refurbished healthcare equipment, such as mattresses and medical devices, which are loaned to individuals after professional assessments. Classified under the "General public services" category, this procurement process is at the tender stage with a deadline for submissions on 5th August 2026. Located in Edinburgh, this opportunity follows an open procedure method, indicating a transparent and competitive selection process.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing or supply of plastic goods, particularly those with experience in healthcare or public service supply chains. Companies that can demonstrate economic resilience with a minimum annual turnover of £44,000 and technical compliance with UK regulations, including prompt payment clauses and data protection standards, are well-positioned to compete. With requirements for bulk orders, this contract offers possibilities for substantial business growth and steady engagement with one of Scotland's key public service providers.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Plastic Bags for ATEC24 CELS

Notice Description

The Community Equipment Loan Service (CELS) part of the City of Edinburgh Council, requires disposable plastic bags for the return of used aids it provides to Daily Living or Health and Social Care equipment on loan to individuals following an assessment by a health or social care professional. Equipment such as single and double mattresses, dirty equipment, slings, pumps, nebulisers, freeway parts are all recycled, refurbished and decontaminated to be used again. Plastic bags are used to store refurbished items of equipment and support the general operations of the service.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Community Equipment Loan Service (CELS) requires disposable plastic bags for aids it provides to Daily Living or Health and Social Care equipment on loan to individuals following an assessment by a health or social care professional. Equipment such as single and double mattresses, dirty equipment, slings, pumps, nebulisers, freeway parts are all recycled, refurbished and decontaminated to be used again. Plastic bags are used to store refurbished items of equipment and support the general operations of the service. CELS will aim to place three-five bulk order for the goods each year so that deliveries can be made by the supplier in bulk.

Renewal: Up to 24 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834436
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560232
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

19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials


CPV Codes

19520000 - Plastic products

19640000 - Polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Reissue unknown at this point in time

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560232
    Plastic Bags for ATEC24 CELS - The Community Equipment Loan Service (CELS) part of the City of Edinburgh Council, requires disposable plastic bags for the return of used aids it provides to Daily Living or Health and Social Care equipment on loan to individuals following an assessment by a health or social care professional. Equipment such as single and double mattresses, dirty equipment, slings, pumps, nebulisers, freeway parts are all recycled, refurbished and decontaminated to be used again. Plastic bags are used to store refurbished items of equipment and support the general operations of the service.

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