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title: "HH072-25-HB Specialist Environmental Aids for Deaf People"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000813938"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS HIGHLAND"
published: "2026-04-28"
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# HH072-25-HB Specialist Environmental Aids for Deaf People

Buyer: NHS HIGHLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000813938

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## Summary

The recent procurement process by NHS Highland, articulated under the Award Notice APR554710, focuses on delivering Specialist Environmental Aids for Deaf People. This initiative is designed to enhance the independence and safety of individuals with hearing loss across the Highland region, including supporting activities such as maintenance, recycling, and training. The completion of the award was marked by the contract signing on 14th April 2026. NHS Highland, located in Inverness, Scotland, utilised an open procedure to select suppliers, promoting transparency. This multi-faceted approach caters to the Health industry category and is captured under CPV code 33185000. The procurement has moved from planning through tendering to the award stage, demonstrating a full cycle of public contract management, ensuring robust criteria in selection and execution.

Opportunities created by this tender are particularly appealing to businesses within the health equipment supply sector, especially those offering comprehensive support services and waste management solutions. SME suppliers like Sarabec Ltd have successfully engaged in the contract, indicating strong opportunities for similar small and medium enterprises that can provide quality and cost-effective solutions within the health sector. Businesses specialising in training, advisory services, and environmentally responsible practices may also find fruitful engagements, as the contract includes substantial service components beyond traditional supply. With the option for renewal and significant funding allocated for these services, the procurement process supports sustained business growth and innovation in delivering health aid solutions.

## Notice

NHS Highland requires the provision of Environmental Aids and Equipment to enhance independence, safety, and overall wellbeing for individuals with hearing loss across the Highland region. Maintenance and Repair Support Offer assistance with the servicing and repair of hearing-related equipment provided to individuals. Recycling and Disposal of Non-Functional Equipment Facilitate the responsible recycling and disposal of returned equipment that is no longer operational. Training and Advisory Services for Deaf Support Staff Deliver expert guidance and training to deaf support staff on the use, functionality, and appropriateness of specialist aids and equipment tailored to the needs of individuals with hearing loss.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Highland is seeking to engage a suitably qualified organisation to deliver a comprehensive service for the provision of environmental aids and equipment designed to enhance the independence, safety, and overall wellbeing of individuals with hearing loss across the Highland region. The appointed contractor will be responsible for the following key service components: Supply of Aids and Equipment: Provision of specialist environmental aids and equipment to eligible individuals, on a loan basis, as determined by NHS Highland's established risk and eligibility criteria. Maintenance and Repair Services: Facilitation of repairs to issued equipment where feasible, ensuring that returned items are restored to a functional condition suitable for re-issue, thereby supporting the sustainability and efficiency of the service. Recycling and Disposal Compliance: Management of equipment recycling and disposal in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) regulations, ensuring environmentally responsible practices are upheld. Training and Advisory Support: Delivery of expert guidance and training to deaf support staff, covering the operation, functionality, and appropriateness of the aids and equipment provided, to ensure optimal use and benefit for individuals with hearing loss.

Renewal: An option to extend for a further 12 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554710 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Award date | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | If we are to retender this procurement it will be readvertised around 2029. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £125,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £79,865 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS HIGHLAND |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV2 3BW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness South |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SARABEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 32552150 - Telephones for visually-impaired
- 32552160 - Telephones for hearing-impaired
- 33185000 - Hearing aids
- 33185100 - Parts and accessories for hearing aids
- 33196000 - Medical aids
- 33196100 - Devices for the elderly
- 33196200 - Devices for the disabled
- 85120000 - Medical practice and related services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554710
- 9 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN546876
- 24 Oct 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT542082

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542082&idx=1
  24th October 2025 - HH072-25-HB Market Research Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT542082
  HH072-25-HB Specialist Environmental Aids for Deaf People - Provision of Environmental Aids and Equipment Supply specialist aids and equipment to enhance independence, safety, and overall wellbeing for individuals with hearing loss across the Highland region. Maintenance and Repair Support Offer assistance with the servicing and repair of hearing-related equipment provided to individuals. Recycling and Disposal of Non-Functional Equipment Facilitate the responsible recycling and disposal of returned equipment that is no longer operational. Training and Advisory Services for Deaf Support Staff Deliver expert guidance and training to deaf support staff on the use, functionality, and appropriateness of specialist aids and equipment tailored to the needs of individuals with hearing loss. We are inviting responses from current or prospective suppliers of Specialist Environmental Aids for Deaf People. Your feedback will be utilised to inform the commercial strategy and specification. This PIN Notice and associated questionnaire is for information gathering and market engagement only. This is not a call for competition.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN546876
  HH072-25-HB Specialist Environmental Aids for Deaf People - NHS Highland requires the provision of Environmental Aids and Equipment to enhance independence, safety, and overall wellbeing for individuals with hearing loss across the Highland region. Maintenance and Repair Support Offer assistance with the servicing and repair of hearing-related equipment provided to individuals. Recycling and Disposal of Non-Functional Equipment Facilitate the responsible recycling and disposal of returned equipment that is no longer operational. Training and Advisory Services for Deaf Support Staff Deliver expert guidance and training to deaf support staff on the use, functionality, and appropriateness of specialist aids and equipment tailored to the needs of individuals with hearing loss.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554710
  HH072-25-HB Specialist Environmental Aids for Deaf People - NHS Highland requires the provision of Environmental Aids and Equipment to enhance independence, safety, and overall wellbeing for individuals with hearing loss across the Highland region. Maintenance and Repair Support Offer assistance with the servicing and repair of hearing-related equipment provided to individuals. Recycling and Disposal of Non-Functional Equipment Facilitate the responsible recycling and disposal of returned equipment that is no longer operational. Training and Advisory Services for Deaf Support Staff Deliver expert guidance and training to deaf support staff on the use, functionality, and appropriateness of specialist aids and equipment tailored to the needs of individuals with hearing loss.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000813938
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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