---
title: "Rescue kits - Stretchers & Spinal Splints"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0596ba"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0596ba.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "COMMISSIONERS OF NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSES OPERATING AS NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
published: "2025-11-14"
---

# Rescue kits - Stretchers & Spinal Splints

Buyer: COMMISSIONERS OF NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSES OPERATING AS NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0596ba

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## Summary

The Commissioners of Northern Lighthouses, operating as the Northern Lighthouse Board, based in Edinburgh, recently completed a procurement process for the supply of rescue kits, including stretchers and spinal splints. This procurement, focused on the goods category, was conducted under an open competition method, specifically a "below threshold" process, indicating its open nature to various suppliers. The tender was initiated to replace existing rescue equipment approaching the end of its lifespan, with the delivery planned for their Oban depot. The procurement process moved swiftly from the tender stage, initiated on 9th September 2025, concluding with the contract award to Data Southern Enterprises Limited T/A DS Medical on 14th November 2025. The goods are expected to be delivered between 15th November 2025 and 31st January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), especially those in the medical supply or emergency response equipment sectors, offering them a chance to secure government contracts. The procurement was keenly contested with five final stage bids, highlighting the competitive nature suitable for SMEs looking to expand their public sector client base. Enterprises familiar with producing certified medical and rescue equipment conforming to regulatory standards and capable of providing associated training services would have been well-suited to participate in this tender opportunity.

## Notice

NLB have a requirement to purchase replacement rescue stretcher kits and spinal splints and some additional spinal splints. Amounts are: 16x stretcher kits and 16x spinal splints to replace existing ones that the 10-year lifespan expires in 2026. An additional 12x spinal splints to pair with existing SLIX stretchers that do not have a spinal splint at present and do not expire until 2033. Products must conform to CE 93/42/EEC CLASS 1. Familiarisation training options to be included and delivery will be to NLB Oban depot, PA34 4LS. To view this notice, please click here: https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=994449909

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073961-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Nov 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | £25,000 |
| Awards value | £25,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COMMISSIONERS OF NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSES OPERATING AS NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH2 3DA |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland, TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DATA SOUTHERN ENTERPRISES LIMITED T/A DS MEDICAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 33192160 - Stretchers
- 35112000 - Rescue and emergency equipment

## Release History

- 14 Nov 2025 at 12:52 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073961-2025
- 9 Sep 2025 at 13:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055032-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073961-2025
  14th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055032-2025
  9th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com
- https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=994449909
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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