--- title: "NP57026 Disposable Medical Pulp and Associated Products" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060faf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-060faf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060faf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060faf.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)" published: "2026-06-11" --- # NP57026 Disposable Medical Pulp and Associated Products Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS) Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060faf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-060faf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060faf.json) ## Summary The recent procurement process for "NP57026 Disposable Medical Pulp and Associated Products," conducted by The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has reached its awarding stage as of 11 June 2026. This framework agreement covers a wide array of medical consumables primarily used within NHS Scotland health boards and the Scottish Ambulance Service. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKM region, the procurement follows an open procedure and is central to ensuring a steady supply of goods such as urinal systems, bed pan systems, and absorbent powders, all classified under the "Pulp" category. The contract, effective till 2028 with options for 2 x 12-month extensions, had active participation, resulting in multiple awards to various suppliers, with contract signing occurring in late May 2026. This procurement creates opportunities for both large and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) to engage in providing essential health products, fostering innovation and improving service delivery within the public healthcare system. Businesses with expertise in producing medical consumables, especially those with existing frameworks or capabilities to rapidly scale production, will find this tender appealing. The available lots and the framework’s requirement for competitive pricing and quality present an excellent growth opportunity, particularly for businesses with established supply chain logistics within the region. Moreover, involvement in such frameworks provides increased visibility and potential future engagements within the public sector marketplace. ## Notice The Supply of Disposable Medical Pulp Products & Related Options used extensively across NHS Scotland health boards and the Scottish Ambulance Service. ### Lot Information Urinal Systems Mandatory items: Female Urinal Male Urinal Bottle - Round (up to 900ml) Male Urinal Bottle - Square (up to 900ml) Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options Bed Pan Sytems Mandatory Items: Bed Pan Liner 2000ml Bed Pan Support (Compatible with bed pan liner) Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options General Purpose Mandatory Items: Kidney Dish 700ml Graduated Measuring Jug 1000ml Multi Cup 300ml Shallow Tray 225mm x 135mm x 20mm (or nearest equivalent size) Deep Tray 216mm x 143mm x 38mm (or nearest equivalent size) Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options Slipper Pan Systems Mandatory Items: Slipper Pan Liner 1300ml Slipper Pan Liner 2000ml Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options Detergent Proof Washbowls Mandatory Items: Washbowl Detergent Proof 4000ml Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options Bowls Mandatory Items: Graduated Small Bowl 1000ml Graduated Medium Bowl 1700ml Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options Absorbent Powder Absorbent Powder for use in the solidification of urine/liquid, used in conjunction with disposable pulp products. Mandatory Items: Absorbent Powder (Sachets) or closest equivalent Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options Paper Medicne Pots Mandatory Items: Waxed Paper Medicine Pot 28ml or closest equivalent volume Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055416-2026 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 3 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 21 May 2026 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £11,406,834 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £1 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS) | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH12 9EB | | 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 | Drum Brae/Gyle | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 3 | | Supplier names | MEDSCIENCE DISTRIBUTION; OMNI-PAC GROUP MFP; POLYCO HEALTHLINE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 03460000 - Pulp - 33140000 - Medical consumables ## Release History - 11 Jun 2026 at 15:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055416-2026 - 27 Jan 2026 at 13:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007104-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821748 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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