--- title: "External Breast Prosthesis" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d749" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d749" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d749.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d749.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "REGIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE (PALS)" published: "2026-04-21" --- # External Breast Prosthesis Buyer: REGIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE (PALS) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d749 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d749) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d749.json) ## Summary The procurement process for external breast prosthesis is actively underway, initiated by the Regional Business Services Organisation, Procurement and Logistics Service (PaLS) located in Belfast, on behalf of Health and Social Care Northern Ireland (HSCNI). The tender covers the supply and delivery of various types of prostheses, including full, partial, soft form, leisure prostheses, and bras. Industry category falls under medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products. The tender employs an open procurement method and is currently in the tender stage. Critical timelines include the submission deadline for tender responses on 22nd May 2026, followed by the award announcement period ending on 1st July 2026. The framework agreement is set to begin on 1st August 2026, focusing on a closed type with potential extensions up to 2030, benefiting several health and social care trusts across Northern Ireland. This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for suppliers specialising in medical devices, particularly breast prostheses. Companies with expertise in manufacturing silicone-based products or those offering innovative solutions in prosthesis design and material will find this tender advantageous. Given the partnership with multiple health trusts and the ongoing framework for additional purchases, businesses that can adapt to diverse service user needs and expand their product offering will be well-suited to compete. The framework enables continuous growth potential by allowing product range expansion and cater to varying patient requirements. Engaging in this tender process presents an opportunity to establish strong business relations within the healthcare sector regionally. ## Notice The Business Services Organisation (BSO) Procurement and Logistics Service (PaLS) seeks to establish a Framework for the Supply and Delivery of External Breast Prosthesis on behalf of Health and Social Care Northern Ireland (HSCNI). Lot 1- Full Breast Prostheses Lot 2 - Partial Breast Prostheses Lot 3 - Soft Form Prostheses Lot 4 - Leisure Prostheses Lot 5 - Bras ### Lot Information Full Breast Prostheses Whole breast form prostheses to be used outside of the breast, inside a pocketed bra or adhered directly to the surface of the skin. Made predominantly from silicone, they may be formed from an outer polyurethane layer filled with silicone gel, or a solid or foam silicone. Used to mimic a whole/full breast when the whole breast has been surgically removed, in a variety of shapes, sizes, colours and weights to suit the specific requirements of the individual. Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on Service User requirements. The estimated values quoted allow for potential growth and increases to the service Renewal: Option to extend for any period(s) up to and including 24 months Partial Breast Prostheses Partial breast prostheses are made from a polyurethane layer filled with silicone gel and may be worn inside a bra. Used to provide symmetry to a breast post-surgery when only a portion of tissue has been removed. Required in a variety of asymmetric and symmetrical shapes, sizes and weights to suit the specific requirements of the individual. The prosthesis is pre-shaped and available in a range of weights, fullness, shape and size, to mimic a natural breast. Gel filled prosthesis may be made from standard silicone gel, incorporate temperature balancing mechanisms or be adjustable to improve fit and accommodate changing breast shape and size. Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on Service User requirements. The estimated values quoted allow for potential growth and increases to the service Renewal: Option to extend for any period(s) up to and including 24 months Soft Form Prostheses Soft form prostheses are required in an alternative material to silicone, intended for immediate post-mastectomy use. Required in a variety of asymmetric and symmetrical shapes and sizes to suit the specific requirements of the individual. Unweighted breast prosthesis may be used on a short term or temporary basis, such as immediately after surgery or during radiotherapy treatment. Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on Service User requirements. The estimated values quoted allow for potential growth and increases to the service Renewal: Option to extend for any period(s) up to and including 24 months Leisure Prostheses Ready sized whole breast prosthesis suitable for leisure activity to be used outside of the breast. Breast prosthesis suitable for use during leisure activities may be made from a variety of materials, and may be suitable for use when swimming in chlorinated or salt water. Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on Service User requirements. The estimated values quoted allow for potential growth and increases to the service Renewal: Option to extend for any period(s) up to and including 24 months Bras Bras suitable for use to support the breast after various surgical procedures. Bras may be used to hold a prosthesis following breast removal or support the breast following different types of breast surgery. A wide range of sizes are required to meet the individual needs of women. Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on Service User requirements. The estimated values quoted allow for potential growth and increases to the service Renewal: Option to extend for any period(s) up to and including 24 months ### Planning Information This is a Preliminary Market Engagement notice to seek engagement with the market place for External Breast Prosthesis. This notice is for the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust (BHSCT), Western Health and Social Care Trust (WHSCT) , South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust (SEHSCT), Southern Health and Social Care Trust (SHSCT) and Northern Health and Social Care Trust (NHSCT). The Business Services Organisation, Procurement and Logistics Service on behalf of the BHSCT, WHSCT, SEHSCT, SHSCT and NHSCT wish to engage with potential suppliers to obtain a market view of requirements through the completion of a Questionnaire. Any interested suppliers are required to submit their response through the eTendersNI secure messaging area of this Call for Tender (CfT) Ref 6231524. All correspondence in relation to this Preliminary Market Engagement exercise will be communicated via the eTendersNI secure messaging area. Suppliers will be required to submit their completed Questionnaire NO LATER THAN 3.00PM on Monday 1st December 2025. Suppliers should also note that any interest shown does not constitute a commitment to participate in any future tendering exercise. The requirement has been divided into lots, therefore complete the questionnaire for the lot(s) which you are interested in. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036276-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 22 May 2026 | | Future notice date | 1 Dec 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 | | Recurrence | 2030-04-22 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £990,000 | | Lots value | £98,332 | | 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 | REGIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE (PALS) | | Additional buyers | BELFAST HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST; BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE; NORTHERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST; SOUTH EASTERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST; SOUTHERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST; WESTERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST | | Locality | BELFAST | | Post town | Northern Ireland | | Postcode | BT12 6HU | | Country | Northern Ireland | | ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland | | ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland | | ITL 3 | TLN0A Derry City and Strabane | | Local authority | Derry City and Strabane | | Electoral ward | Kilfennan | | Westminster constituency | Foyle | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ## Release History - 21 Apr 2026 at 15:14 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036276-2026 - 30 Oct 2025 at 15:21 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069808-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036276-2026 21st April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069808-2025 30th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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