---
title: "NP50725"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000787420"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)"
published: "2025-01-16"
---

# NP50725

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000787420

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## Summary

NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), managed by The Common Services Agency, is planning a procurement process titled "NP50725" for the supply of walking aids to NHS Scotland and Northern Ireland. This tender falls under the health industry category and covers goods, specifically walking aids such as crutches, walking frames, and sticks. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with the future notice date set for 2nd June 2025. The main delivery location is in the UKM region, with Edinburgh as the contracting authority's address.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the production and distribution of medical equipment, particularly walking aids. By participating in this process, businesses can establish strong partnerships with major healthcare providers such as NHS Scotland and Northern Ireland, enhancing their market presence and growth. Companies experienced in manufacturing or supplying a range of walking aids including crutches, walking frames, and ferrules, either through national distribution centres or directly to healthcare facilities, are well-suited to compete in this tender. The procurement method and process align with standard goods supply, ensuring a structured and transparent bidding environment.

## Notice

Supply of Walking Aids to NHS Scotland and Northern Ireland either via the National Distribution Centre or on a direct basis.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

For the supply and delivery of walking aids across NHS Scotland and Northern Ireland. The range of products include Axilla crutches, Elbow crutches, Walking frames, Wheeled walking frames, 3 wheeled walking frames, 4 wheeled walking frames, Tetrapods, Tripods, Metal walking sticks and Ferrules.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN521945 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 2 Jun 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

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

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33141720 - Walking aids

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN521945

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN521945
  NP50725 - Supply of Walking Aids to NHS Scotland and Northern Ireland either via the National Distribution Centre or on a direct basis.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=787420
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000787420

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