---
title: "Container Unloader"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000809660"
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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: "2025-09-09"
---

# Container Unloader

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000809660

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## Summary

The Common Services Agency, more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is planning a procurement process for a "Container Unloader" under the public law category. This tender falls within the health sector and intends to procure goods specifically for a mobile, battery-powered container unloader device capable of operating inside 40/20ft containers. The contracting authority is based in Edinburgh, with the delivery region specified as UKM. Currently at the planning stage, with a future notice date expected on 5th January 2026. Potential suppliers should be aware that, if multiple candidates express interest, an open tender process might be initiated through PCS-T.

This tender presents potential growth opportunities for businesses specialising in industrial equipment manufacturing or material handling solutions. Companies experienced in developing mobile and automated material handling devices, especially those with capabilities in battery-powered technology and precision lifting mechanisms, would be well-suited to competitive engagement. Engaging with NHS National Services Scotland through this procurement could significantly enhance the supplier’s portfolio within the public health sector and provide exposure to future procurement opportunities under the NHS framework in the UK.

## Notice

We are seeking a supplier that can provide us with a container unloader that meets the following criteria: - Mobile battery powered device - Fit inside 40/20ft containers - Powered lifting/lowering platform for 1-2 people - Powered conveyor attached to platform to lift/lower along with platform - Suction arm capable of lifting up to 40kg

### Lot Information

Lot 1

If multiple suppliers are available, procurement process will include running a full open tender process via PCS-T.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538849 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website 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 | 9 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| 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

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42418000 - Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538849

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538849
  Container Unloader - We are seeking a supplier that can provide us with a container unloader that meets the following criteria: - Mobile battery powered device - Fit inside 40/20ft containers - Powered lifting/lowering platform for 1-2 people - Powered conveyor attached to platform to lift/lower along with platform - Suction arm capable of lifting up to 40kg

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000809660
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=809660

## Provenance

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