---
title: "Community Equipment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051eb6"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF HOUNSLOW"
published: "2025-05-22"
---

# Community Equipment

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF HOUNSLOW  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051eb6

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## Summary

The London Borough of Hounslow is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Community Equipment," aimed at fulfilling statutory duties under the Care Act 2014 and Children & Families Act 2014. This planned procurement falls under the industry category of "Miscellaneous medical devices and products," with a focus on supplying and maintaining disability aids and community equipment, including bath boards, hoists, and specialised hospital beds. Located in Hounslow, London (UKI75), the procurement follows a selective method under an award framework. The anticipated contract period spans from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2030, catering to the eligible needs of individuals in the area. This notice was published on 22 May 2025.

This tender creates growth opportunities for businesses specialising in medical devices and products, particularly those offering services for installation, maintenance, and refurbishment. Companies with experience in providing bespoke items that meet safety standards and regulatory requirements should find this tender appealing. Small to medium-sized enterprises offering innovative solutions for efficient recycling and storage may also see potential for gaining a competitive edge. This procurement offers a chance for businesses to establish long-term relationships with local authorities and grow their presence in the public sector. The competitive nature of the tender invites well-prepared organisations to showcase their capacity to deliver excellent service and value.

## Notice

Local authorities have a statutory duty (under the Care Act 2014 and Children & Families Act 2014) to make arrangements for the provision of disability aids and "community equipment", to meet the assessed eligible needs of individuals who are resident in their area. The provision covers various daily living aids and equipment, from bath boards and raised toilet seats to more complex equipment such as hoists, specialised hospital beds and air mattresses which prevent pressure ulcers. The provider is required to supply prescribed equipment as well as installation, maintenance (annual testing and ensuring safety standards), collection, repair, cleaning, refurbishment, recycling and storage of bespoke items ordered over and above standard catalogue.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025142-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Award under framework |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF HOUNSLOW |
| Locality | HOUNSLOW, LONDON |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW3 3EB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Hounslow |
| Electoral ward | Hounslow West |
| Westminster constituency | Feltham and Heston |
| Delivery location | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33190000 - Miscellaneous medical devices and products

## Release History

- 22 May 2025 at 14:39 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025142-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025142-2025
  22nd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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