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title: "Vending Services for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-694d168c-ad44-4c59-bbe2-59c8d5f8d635"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS DORSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2024-09-10"
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# Vending Services for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS DORSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-694d168c-ad44-4c59-bbe2-59c8d5f8d635

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## Summary

The University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is undertaking a procurement process for Vending Services, with the intent to supply and maintain vending machines across its facilities. Located in Poole, Dorset, the procurement is classified under the "Vending machines" industry category, with an estimated contract value of £750,000. The open procedure for this tender is currently active, with a tender submission deadline set for 10 October 2024, at 14:00. The contract is expected to commence on 1 November 2024, and will span five years with potential annual extensions, totalling up to seven years, concluding on 31 October 2031.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in vending services and machine maintenance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. The successful bidder will have the opportunity to provide essential services to a major health trust, potentially enhancing business visibility and establishing a long-term partnership. Companies with expertise in vending solutions and proactive maintenance capabilities will find this tender well-suited to their strengths.

## Notice

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is leading a procurement on Vending Services. We are looking for a Supplier to supply and maintain vending machines and stock them. The length of the contract will be for a period of five (5) years with the option to extend the contract annually for a further two years. Total Contract length 7 years (5 years + 1 year + 1 year). Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f24a4394-7c55-4ac8-a63d-03482c050972 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £750,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS DORSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | POOLE |
| Post town | Bournemouth |
| Postcode | BH15 2JB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Local authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Electoral ward | Poole Town |
| Westminster constituency | Poole |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42933000 - Vending machines

## Release History

- 10 Sep 2024 at 15:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f24a4394-7c55-4ac8-a63d-03482c050972
- 10 Sep 2024 at 15:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ca003bb-2445-4250-b13b-759d096b292f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f24a4394-7c55-4ac8-a63d-03482c050972
  10th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ca003bb-2445-4250-b13b-759d096b292f
  10th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

## Provenance

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