--- title: "NHS Lothian Radiotherapy Linacs" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069483" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069483" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069483.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069483.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LOTHIAN HEALTH BOARD" published: "2026-05-08" --- # NHS Lothian Radiotherapy Linacs Buyer: LOTHIAN HEALTH BOARD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069483 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069483) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069483.json) ## Summary The procurement process, initiated by the Lothian Health Board, involves tendering for the replacement and installation of two linear accelerators (Linacs) at the Edinburgh Cancer Centre, Western General Hospital, NHS Lothian. This tender, titled "NHS Lothian Radiotherapy Linacs," falls under the industry category of radiotherapy, mechanotherapy, electrotherapy, and physical therapy devices. It operates under an open procurement method with a tender due date of 9th June 2026. The procurement process is in the 'Tender' stage and is expected to result in a 24-month contract agreement. This process is part of the broader Scottish Government's Radiotherapy Capital Equipment Replacement Programme and is managed through the PCS-Tender platform, with an estimated total contract value of £5.7 million. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in medical equipment manufacturing, particularly those specialising in advanced radiotherapy technologies. Companies with the capabilities to serve as a Prime Contractor for the supply, installation, and ongoing support of high-specification medical devices would find this tender particularly appealing. A minimum yearly turnover of £5.7 million is required for each lot, ensuring participation is limited to financially robust entities. Additionally, adherence to community benefits protocols and collaboration with the NHS Scotland Community Benefits Gateway are mandatory, fostering business growth through social responsibility and community engagement. This tender, with no allowance for variant submissions, invites firms that can align with NHS requirements and offer value-oriented solutions while maintaining stringent quality standards. ## Notice Two linear accelerators (Linacs) are to be replaced and installed at the Edinburgh Cancer Centre located at Western General Hospital within NHS Lothian, as they have reached the end of their recommended life-expectancy and are due for replacement under the Scottish Government's Radiotherapy Capital Equipment Replacement Programme (CERP). This is being tendered as two lots, with the award to a single supplier for each lot. Lot 1 (ED4): A linac to match and provide back-up to LA6 with nominal energies 6 MV and 10 MV, including Flattening Filter Free (FFF) Lot 2 (ED5): A linac capable of on-line Adaptive Radiotherapy (ART) The successful Supplier will be required to perform as the Prime Contractor for the supply and installation of the Product. ### Lot Information A linac to match and provide back-up to LA6 with nominal energies 6 MV and 10 MV, including Flattening Filter Free (FFF) A linac to match and provide back-up to LA6 with nominal energies 6 MV and 10 MV, including Flattening Filter Free (FFF) A linac capable of on-line Adaptive Radiotherapy (ART) A linac capable of on-line Adaptive Radiotherapy (ART) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042442-2026 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,700,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 | LOTHIAN HEALTH BOARD | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH3 9DN | | 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 East and Musselburgh | | Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33150000 - Radiotherapy, mechanotherapy, electrotherapy and physical therapy devices ## Release History - 8 May 2026 at 11:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042442-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.nhslothian.scot/ - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829960 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00326 - 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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