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title: "Specialist Wheelchair Seating"
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buyer: "BERKSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# Specialist Wheelchair Seating

Buyer: BERKSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f9249e2c-09f0-4ae8-9967-a721f0c458a1

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## Summary

The Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking suppliers for a contract titled "Specialist Wheelchair Seating." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically involving parts and accessories for wheelchairs, and is located in Bracknell, South East England. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with submissions closing on 22nd January 2018. The contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2018 for an initial term of one year, with the possibility of a one-year extension. The total contract value is £60,000, and the method used for this procurement is the open procedure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those within the healthcare supply sector, that specialise in adaptive and bespoke seating systems. Companies that manufacture or supply wheelchair parts, accessories, or provide clinical support services would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The nature of the services required suggests that both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) can participate effectively, enhancing their visibility and growth within the healthcare market.

## Notice

The Berkshire East Specialist Wheelchair Service provides mobility services for people across Berkshire east and South Buckinghamshire that are struggling or are unable to walk because of a long term illness or disability. The appointed Supplier will provide clinical support and specialist manufactured items and alternative third party solutions as necessary for the assessment and provision of special seating systems. This will include but will not limited to, foam carve, moulded and foam in place systems for the following - adaptive seating systems, bespoke contoured seating systems, base units, associated product accessories such as: spare / replacement parts and covers. The provision will also involve monthly clinics where new and returning patients will be assessed. The contract shall be for an initial one year term with a further one year extension possible (1+1= 2) with a start date of 1st April 2018. Additional information: Documentation is available from the Trust's e-procurement portal using the link below.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c4bb3b9-33b6-4cd6-bafa-f1ac5028eea8 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| 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 | BERKSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BRACKNELL |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG12 1BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ15 Berkshire East |
| Local authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Electoral ward | Town Centre & The Parks |
| Westminster constituency | Bracknell |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33193220 - Parts and accessories for wheelchairs

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2017 at 10:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c4bb3b9-33b6-4cd6-bafa-f1ac5028eea8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c4bb3b9-33b6-4cd6-bafa-f1ac5028eea8
  20th December 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.nhssourcing.co.uk/bhft/web/login.shtml
  Bravo Portal

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