---
title: "Paper Products"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0310e9"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS NATIONAL PROCUREMENT"
published: "2022-01-31"
---

# Paper Products

Buyer: NHS NATIONAL PROCUREMENT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0310e9

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## Summary

The NHS National Procurement is set to initiate a tender for the provision of paper products, including items such as hand towels and toilet tissue, to support all health boards within NHS Scotland. This procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a total estimated value of GBP 4.5 million over a potential four-year contract. Interested suppliers must ensure compatibility with Kimberly Clark dispensing systems, as an essential requirement for participation. Bidders are encouraged to respond by returning the necessary documentation, which must be submitted by 12:00 hours on 9th February 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of paper products and dispensing systems. Companies that offer compatible consumables and can demonstrate their ability to meet the NHS's requirements are well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement's alignment with health services makes it particularly relevant for suppliers offering innovative and high-quality products tailored to the healthcare sector, which is experiencing ongoing demand for reliable supply solutions.

## Notice

Commencement of a new procurement process for the supply of paper products (including but not limited to - hand towels, toilet tissue, couch rolls). These will be supplied by our National Distribution Service supporting all health boards (incl special boards ) within NHS Scotland. It is expected that the annual value for this single lot procurement will not exceed GBP 4.5m (note as a condition of participation all products must be supplied).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of paper products and corresponding dispensing systems (as applicable). Additional information: Please refer to the attachments section for details of the product range and outline qualification criteria for participation in the tender process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002639-2022 |
| Notice type | Planning 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 | 31 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 May 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS NATIONAL PROCUREMENT |
| Locality | CURRENT NHS LINE MANAGER |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33760000 - Toilet paper, handkerchiefs, hand towels and serviettes

## Release History

- 31 Jan 2022 at 09:05 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002639-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000675725
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=675725
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883

## Provenance

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