---
title: "Nerve Stimulation Devices for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c2cb"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS ENGLAND"
published: "2026-07-02"
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# Nerve Stimulation Devices for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c2cb

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## Summary

NHS England is conducting a preliminary market consultation for nerve stimulation devices aimed at treating Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA). The procurement process, initiated as a tender, is currently in the planning stage with a focus on gathering commercial intelligence. The central government public authority, NHS England, located at Wellington House, London, is spearheading this initiative. Interested suppliers are invited to engage in this preliminary phase by participating in a market consultation scheduled for 16 July 2026. The procurement process relates to the medical equipment industry, specifically targeting surgical implants and stimulators, and will be managed via the Atamis e-sourcing portal.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses in the medical equipment sector, particularly those specialising in surgical implants and functional support devices. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged to participate, as the procurement lot has been marked suitable for these types of entities. By participating in the information-gathering exercise, businesses can shape NHS England's approach to acquiring innovative solutions for nerve stimulation devices and potentially position themselves as future suppliers in this sector. The formal contracting phase is projected to commence in April 2027, allowing ample time for interested parties to become familiar with the procurement requirements and establish themselves as capable contenders.

## Notice

Preliminary market consultation to inform NHS England's commercial intelligence for nerve stimulation devices used to treat Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA). Please note all stated financial values in relation to this notice are nominal, as this is an information gathering exercise. Projected contracting dates in the notice, similarly do not reflect any plans as these are yet to be defined. To express interest, review and respond to the request for information questionnaire please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal using the following link. https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome Select live opportunities, navigate to the project titled: "RFI - Nerve Stimulation Devices for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea" (ref: C456700) and follow the instructions to download, complete and upload your response to the questionnaire.

### Planning Information

Preliminary Market Consultation regarding nerve stimulation devices for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062470-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8UG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth |
| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments
- 33158210 - Stimulator
- 33180000 - Functional support
- 33184100 - Surgical implants

## Release History

- 2 Jul 2026 at 15:55 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062470-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062470-2026
  2nd July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.england.nhs.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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