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title: "NHS Grampian HDR Brachytherapy Afterloader"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000803535"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS GRAMPIAN"
published: "2026-03-06"
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# NHS Grampian HDR Brachytherapy Afterloader

Buyer: NHS GRAMPIAN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000803535

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## Summary

NHS Grampian, a body governed by public law, is overseeing a procurement process for replacing an HDR Brachytherapy Afterloader, under an open procedure. Located at the Aberdeen Cancer Centre within Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, this initiative aligns with the Radiotherapy Capital Equipment Replacement Programme supported by the Scottish Government. The contracting process, involving goods procurement, began with tender submissions on 13th August 2025 and concluded with contract signing on 5th March 2026. Key industry codes associated with this tender include CPV codes 33150000, 33100000, 33151000, and 51413000, under the health category, specifically the replacement of specialised medical equipment. The project, valued at GBP 315,000, is part of NHS Grampian’s commitment to advancing healthcare services in Aberdeen, with Varian Medical Systems UK Ltd secured as the supplier responsible for supply and implementation.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities for firms in the medical equipment industry, especially those specialising in radiotherapy technology. Companies with a strong track record in large-scale installations, quality management systems, and those holding relevant certifications (CE/UKCA marking) are well-suited to compete. The contract offers a 24-month duration to cover installation and warranty, urging contenders to engage in collaborative arrangements if required, thus fostering partnerships and expanding market reach. Moreover, the tender process required electronic submissions and encouraged site visits, allowing businesses to comprehensively understand project requirements, facilitating informed proposals. Participation in the tender can promote visibility and credibility for businesses seeking expansion in healthcare domains.

## Notice

The product for replacement under this new contract was for one (1) HDR Brachytherapy After-Loader. This was tendered as a single lot, including supply and installation on a "turnkey" basis within NHS Grampian located at the Aberdeen Cancer Centre at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary as it had reached the end of its recommended life-expectancy and was due for replacement under the Scottish Government's Radiotherapy Capital Equipment Replacement Programme (CERP).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

One (1) HDR Brachytherapy After-Loader was to be replaced and installed at the Aberdeen Cancer Centre located at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary as it had reached the end of its recommended life-expectancy and was due for replacement under the Scottish Government's Radiotherapy Capital Equipment Replacement Programme (CERP). The implementation of these Products will be undertaken by the Contractor on a "turnkey" basis. Contractors are required to provide detailed information in relation to the turnkey arrangements. It was expected that all Contractors will require to undertake site visit(s) to the Aberdeen Cancer Centre location in order to understand requirements and inform Contractors' responses to this NHS Requirement. It was intended that an award will be made to one successful Contractor who will act in the role of Prime Contractor for supply of all Products and associated services to the Board. This means that the successful Contractor shall assume full responsibility for supply of all Products and associated services. The successful Contractor shall be solely responsible for effecting any sub-contracting or collaborative arrangements required with other suppliers to allow the successful Contractor to meet this commitment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551203 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £315,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £315,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS GRAMPIAN |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB15 6RE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Kingswells/Sheddocksley/Summerhill |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VARIAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments
- 33150000 - Radiotherapy, mechanotherapy, electrotherapy and physical therapy devices
- 33151000 - Radiotherapy devices and supplies
- 51413000 - Installation services of radiotherapy equipment

## Release History

- 6 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551203
- 13 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536924

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536924
  NHS Grampian HDR Brachytherapy Afterloader - The product for replacement under this new contract is for one (1) HDR Brachytherapy After-Loader. This is to be tendered as a single lot, including supply and installation on a "turnkey" basis within NHS Grampian located at the Aberdeen Cancer Centre at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary as it has reached the end of its recommended life-expectancy and is due for replacement under the Scottish Government's Radiotherapy Capital Equipment Replacement Programme (CERP).
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551203
  NHS Grampian HDR Brachytherapy Afterloader - The product for replacement under this new contract was for one (1) HDR Brachytherapy After-Loader. This was tendered as a single lot, including supply and installation on a "turnkey" basis within NHS Grampian located at the Aberdeen Cancer Centre at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary as it had reached the end of its recommended life-expectancy and was due for replacement under the Scottish Government's Radiotherapy Capital Equipment Replacement Programme (CERP).

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nhsgrampian.org
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000803535
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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