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title: "Chairbed - Request for Expressions of Interest"
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buyer: "NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# Chairbed - Request for Expressions of Interest

Buyer: NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e8867171-497e-4895-adda-b5dbcce5b578

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## Summary

The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is in the planning stage for procuring two chairbeds for its neurophysiology department. The project, titled "Chairbed - Request for Expressions of Interest," falls under the medical furniture industry category. The procurement process is currently in the engagement phase, with the milestone for engagement ending on 10th February 2025. The goods are to be delivered to the East of England, and the project has been initiated as a tender. Prospective suppliers should provide details of their product and pricing, including delivery and a three-year warranty.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in medical furniture and equipment, specifically those with expertise in providing electrically operated adjustable chairbeds. Suppliers who can offer products that meet the detailed specifications will find a suitable chance to grow their market presence. Such businesses include manufacturers and suppliers of specialised medical furniture capable of delivering high-quality, durable products with compact dimensions and ease of manoeuvrability.

## Notice

NNUH is looking to purchase two chairbeds for use in the neurophysiology department Additional information: NNUH are looking to purchase two chairbeds meeting the following requirements: 1. A "chair-bed" - that reclines the patient from a seated to a fully flat position, by means of; a. a reclining backrest b. a raiseable footrest c. a tilt function to alter the angle of the reclined occupant d. all electrically operated and offering continuous (as opposed to discreet) levels of adjustment 2. Seat dimensions a. Width; 90cm external / 70cm internal - to offer side-by-side seating for two b. Height; 47.5cm c. Depth; 50cm 3. The back rest should be a. the full width of the seat base b. 75cm in height c. The top 25cm of the seat back should be removeable and secured (operated by a single individual) to allow application of electrodes to the head of the patient 4. Offer compact dimensions (Maximum WxDxH); a. When in the seated position - 90 x 85 x 115 b. When in the fully reclined position - 90 x 185 x 50 5. Include removeable armrests 6. Minimum 250kg user weight capacity 7. On lockable castors, to allow easy manoeuvring of the chair If you believe you can supply - please respond providing details of the product - and pricing to include delivery and three years' warranty.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fa371dd-f6ae-4b01-90e7-f19f34add838 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 10 Feb 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR4 7UY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk |
| Local authority | South Norfolk |
| Electoral ward | Cringleford |
| Westminster constituency | South Norfolk |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33192000 - Medical furniture

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2025 at 15:50 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fa371dd-f6ae-4b01-90e7-f19f34add838

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fa371dd-f6ae-4b01-90e7-f19f34add838
  6th February 2025 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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