--- title: "The Supply of Orthotic Products" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f6d3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05f6d3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f6d3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f6d3.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MID SOUTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST" published: "2025-12-16" --- # The Supply of Orthotic Products Buyer: MID SOUTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f6d3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05f6d3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f6d3.json) ## Summary Mid South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is leading a procurement process for a Framework Agreement titled "The Supply of Orthotic Products", designed by its procurement partner, HealthTrust Europe LLP, through the MSE Framework. This initiative aims to offer a comprehensive selection of orthotic solutions, including bespoke, modular, and off the shelf products. Submissions are processed via Bravo Solutions Portal exclusively, with tender and enquiry periods closing on 29th January 2026 and 9th January 2026, respectively. The procurement concentrates on goods within the orthopaedic supplies sector, involving multiple NHS Trusts across the UKG31 region. The contract, beginning on 1st April 2026, spans an initial 24 months with potential extensions, engaging NHS trusts such as University Hospitals Birmingham, promoting collaboration across the healthcare industry. The tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in orthotic products to gain exposure and expand their market share within the public health sector. Given its breakdown into specialised lots, enterprises can bid for categories aligned with their expertise, ranging from bespoke footwear to advanced modular systems, each with specific award criteria. SMEs particularly stand to benefit, with opportunities to secure contracts under favourable conditions prioritising quality, service, social value, and competitive pricing. The Framework aims to support healthcare demand effectively, emphasising both innovation and the provision of reliable orthotic equipment. Businesses capable of supplying or manufacturing such equipment can leverage this tender to enhance growth through robust partnerships with key NHS bodies. ## Notice The BSOL Procurement Collaborative, hosted by University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) intends to tender for a Framework Agreement that aims to provide a full product offering for the Orthotic service inclusive of Made to Measure/Modular/Off the Shelf products for BSOL Procurement Collaborative hosted by University Hospital Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (Lead Customer) and health care partners set out below. Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust The intention is to enter into a Framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. The Goods/Services have been divided into the following (Lots): Lot 1 Bespoke Footwear and Insoles Lot 2 Modular Footwear and Insoles Lot 3a M2M - Lower Limb (Plastic) Lot 3b M2M - Lower Limb (Carbon Fibre) Lot 4a M2M - Spinal (Rigid) Lot 4b M2M - Spinal (Fabric) Lot 4c M2M - Helmets Lot 5 M2M - Upper Limb Lot 6 OTS - Lower - Foot & Foot/Ankle Lot 7 OTS - Lower -Hip/Leg/Knees Lot 8 OTS - Upper - Shoulder to Wrist Lot 9 OTS - Upper - Head Neck and Trunk Lot 10 Insoles Lot 11 Associated Orthotic Equipment A previous Prior Information Notice has been released by University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) under Notice: 2024/S 000-024548 & Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-0487bf & A previous Preliminary Market Egagement Notice has been released by University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) under Notice: 2025/S 000-050997 & Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-058d25 ### Lot Information Made to Measure (Bespoke) Footwear and Insoles The supplier shall provide fully bespoke, made-to-measure orthotic footwear and insoles manufactured to individual patient casts or measurements. The supplier shall provide a repair and alteration service for bespoke footwear. Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Modular Footwear and Insoles The supplier shall provide modular orthotic footwear and insoles, including associated repairs and adaptations Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Made-to-Measure (M2M) Lower Limb - Plastic The Supplier will provide of custom-made lower limb orthoses manufactured from plastic materials, including repairs and adaptations. Products will include but not be limited to AFOs, KAFOs, and similar devices - Thermoplastic materials (e.g., polypropylene, polyethylene). Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Made-to-Measure (M2M) Lower Limb Carbon Fibre The Supplier will provide custom-made lower limb orthoses manufactured from using carbon fibre or composite materials, including repairs and adaptations. Products will be lightweight, high-strength and patient specific; suitable for high-demand or active users Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Made-to-Measure (M2M) Spinal Rigid The Supplier will provide rigid spinal orthoses made to patient specification, products include but no limited to TLSOs, LSOs, and cervical-thoracic braces made from Thermoplastic or Composite rigid shells Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Made-to-Measure (M2M) Spinal Fabric The Supplier will provide made to measure soft or semi-rigid spinal orthoses including but not limited to Corsets, belts, and semi-rigid braces. Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Lycra The Supplier will provide custom-made and off the shelf lycra orthoses including Full-body Lycra suits, Segmental garments (e.g. upper limb, lower limb, trunk) and Custom-fitted orthoses tailored to individual patient measurements. Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Off-the-Shelf (OTS) Lower Limb: Foot & Foot/Ankle The Supplier will provide pre-fabricated, off the shelf orthoses for foot and ankle conditions including but not limited to AFOs, foot drop splints, ankle stabilisers Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Off-the-Shelf (OTS) Lower Limb: Hip, Leg, Knee The Suppleir will provide pre-fabricated, off the shelf orthoses for hip, leg, and knee support including but not limited to knee braces, hip abduction orthoses, post-op supports Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Off-the-Shelf (OTS) Upper Limb: Shoulder to Wrist The Supplier will provide pre-fabricated, off the shelf orthoses for upper limb support inlcuding but not limited to shoulder immobilisers, elbow braces, wrist splints Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Off-the-Shelf (OTS) Upper Limb: Head, Neck, and Trunk The Supplier will provide prefabricated, off the shelf orthoses for upper limb support including but not limited to Cervical collars, spinal supports and cranial helmets Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Insoles The Supplier will provide both off the shelf and bespoke Insoles that are designed to support foot health, improve gait, and alleviate pressure-related conditions for patients across a range of clinical settings Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Associated Orthotic Equipment The Supplier will provide orthotic devices designed to support, align, prevent, or correct musculoskeletal deformities and/or improve the function of movable parts of the body Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. Helmets An orthotic helmet (cranial orthosis) is a custom-fabricated medical device designed to correct or manage cranial deformities or to support post-operative cranial remodeling following surgery. The helmet applies gentle, passive pressure to prominent areas of the skull while allowing space for growth, promoting symmetrical head shape. Options: The Authority reserves the right to make multiple purchases under each subsequent call off contract Renewal: The intention is to establish a framework for an initial period of 24 months with an options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083415-2025 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £15,000,000 | | Lots value | £15,000,000 | | 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 | MID SOUTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST | | Additional buyers | HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP | | Locality | BASILDON | | Post town | Southend-on-Sea | | Postcode | SS16 5NL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Edgbaston | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston | | Delivery location | TLG31 Birmingham | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies - 33141740 - Orthopaedic footwear ## Release History - 16 Dec 2025 at 14:15 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083415-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083415-2025 16th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://healthtrusteurope.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml - https://www.healthtrusteurope.com - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.mse.nhs.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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