---
title: "Replacement and Removal of Catering Dishwasher - Bedford Hospital"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04ed58"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2025-03-14"
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# Replacement and Removal of Catering Dishwasher - Bedford Hospital

Buyer: BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04ed58

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## Summary

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has issued an active tender titled "Replacement and Removal of Catering Dishwasher - Bedford Hospital," targeting the catering equipment industry. The procurement process is open and below threshold, with an estimated value of £80,000, excluding VAT. Interested parties are invited to tender for the removal and disposal of the current dishwasher, as well as the supply, installation, commissioning, and demonstration of a replacement at Bedford Hospital’s Swannery restaurant in Luton, United Kingdom. The tender process is currently at the submission stage, with the deadline set for 31st March 2025, and the contract period expected to start on 30th April 2025 and end on 31st May 2025.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in catering equipment and maintenance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant experience in providing similar equipment and technical support are particularly encouraged to participate. Companies with a strong track record of delivering high-quality, reliable kitchen equipment and services can leverage this project to showcase their expertise, expand their portfolio, and build a strong relationship with a significant healthcare institution. The competitive open procurement method ensures fair access to the tender, allowing businesses to vie for the contract based on quality, social value, and commercial viability.

## Notice

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is replacing its redundant Dishwasher at the Swannery restaurant in Bedford Hospital. You are invited to Tender for the removal and disposal of the existing and the supply, installation commissioning, setting to work and demonstration of a replacement including all necessary Technical support as detail in the Tender documentation. We require your response on the Tender Return form and are happy for supporting documents to be uploaded in addition. Your submittal should include all necessary details of the equipment and services proposed along with details of your experience of providing such equipment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009456-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Apr 2025 - 31 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | £80,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU4 0DZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Poets |
| Westminster constituency | Luton North |
| Delivery location | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 39310000 - Catering equipment
- 50883000 - Repair and maintenance services of catering equipment

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2025 at 13:54 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009456-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009456-2025
  14th March 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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