--- title: "Decontamination Equipment and Associated Maintenance" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000820554" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000820554" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000820554.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000820554.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)" published: "2026-01-23" --- # Decontamination Equipment and Associated Maintenance Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS) Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000820554 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000820554) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000820554.json) ## Summary The public procurement process currently in the planning stage concerns the provision, installation, and commissioning of decontamination equipment and associated maintenance for NHS Scotland. The buying organisation involved is The Common Services Agency, more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), located in Edinburgh, UK. This tender, titled "Decontamination Equipment and Associated Maintenance," falls within the health industry category and encompasses delivery locations across all NHS Scotland facilities and independent dental contractors within the region of UKM. The procurement process, initiated on 23rd January 2026, involves multiple lots, each addressing different equipment and decontamination units like CDU steam sterilisers and EDU endoscopy washer disinfectors. Noteworthy is the future notice date set for 1st July 2026, which initiates further communication as outlined in their procurement plan. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of medical and decontamination equipment. Companies that specialise in providing compliant, CE/UKCA marked equipment, with capabilities for supporting installation, technical maintenance, and training, stand to benefit greatly. Businesses focusing on new and replacement equipment for healthcare facilities, particularly those experienced with compliance with EU MDR2017/745 and relevant BS and ISO standards, could see significant growth by participating in this competitive tender. The sizeable budget of £8 million further underscores the potential for business development and expansion in the health sector. ## Notice The supply, Installation and Commissioning of Decontamination Equipment for use in Central Decontamination Units (CDU), Endoscopy Decontamination Units (EDU), Local Decontamination Units (LDU) and Laboratories including: Sterilisers, Washer Disinfectors, Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment, Endoscope Storage and Drying Cabinets, together with associated Maintenance/Testing, Accessories and Consumables for each Lot. ### Lot Information Central Decontamination Unit (CDU) Sterilisers - e.g. Steam (inc generation) and Vapour To provide, install and commission CDU steam sterilising equipment to single or multiple CDUs across NHS Scotland, together with associated maintenance of the equipment and accessories. Equipment must be CE/UKCA marked, comply with EU MDR2017/745, relevant BS and ISO standards & manufacturer's recommendations. The relevant standards for each Lot will be detailed in the ITT and Contract Notice. Our requirement may relate to 'new build' CDUs and/or replacement of existing equipment. Bidders must demonstrate the suitability of the equipment and their ability to provide technical support and training. Central Decontamination Unit (CDU) Washers To provide, install and commission CDU Washer Disinfectors to single or multiple CDUs across NHS Scotland, together with associated maintenance of the equipment and accessories. Equipment must be CE/UKCA marked, comply with EU MDR2017/745, relevant BS and ISO standards & manufacturer's recommendations. The relevant standards for each Lot will be detailed in the ITT and Contract Notice. Our requirement may relate to 'new build' CDUs and/or replacement of existing equipment. Bidders must demonstrate the suitability of the equipment and their ability to provide technical support and training' Central Decontamination Unit (CDU) Low Temperature Sterilisers To provide, install and commission CDU low temperature sterilising equipment to single or multiple CDUs across NHS Scotland, together with associated maintenance of the equipment and accessories. Equipment must be CE/UKCA marked, comply with EU MDR2017/745, relevant BS and ISO standards & manufacturer's recommendations. The relevant standards for each Lot will be detailed in the ITT and Contract Notice. Our requirement may relate to 'new build' CDUs and/or replacement of existing equipment. Bidders must demonstrate the suitability of the equipment and their ability to provide technical support and training Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU) Endoscopy Washer Disinfectors To provide, install and commission EDU Endoscope Washer Disinfectors to single or multiple EDUs across NHS Scotland, together with associated maintenance of the equipment and accessories. Equipment must be CE/UKCA marked, comply with EU MDR2017/745, relevant BS and ISO standards & manufacturer's recommendations. The relevant standards for each Lot will be detailed in the ITT and Contract Notice. Our requirement may relate to 'new build' EDUs and/or replacement of existing equipment. Bidders must demonstrate the suitability of the equipment and their ability to provide technical support and training. Should there be a requirement for EDU Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment equipment as part of any order for EDU EWDs, the Endoscope Washer Disinfector supplier would be expected to take the role of prime contractor and ensure any RO installation meets the requirements as detailed in Contract Notice and ITT. Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU) - Controlled Environment Storage Cabinet/Systems for Endoscopes To provide a compliant EDU Storage and Drying Cabinets and Endoscopy Storage System including associated Installation and Commission to single or multiple EDUs across NHS Scotland together with associated Maintenance of the equipment, accessories and consumables. Equipment must be CE/UKCA marked, comply with EU MDR2017/745, relevant BS and ISO standards & manufacturer's recommendations. The relevant standards for each Lot will be detailed in the ITT and Contract Notice. Our requirement may relate to 'new build' EDUs and/or replacement of existing equipment. Bidders must demonstrate the suitability of the equipment and their ability to provide technical support and training. Reverse Osmosis To provide a compliant Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment equipment and associated Installation and Commission to CDUs and EDUs across NHS Scotland together with associated maintenance of the equipment and accessories. Equipment must be CE/UKCA marked, comply with EU MDR2017/745, relevant BS and ISO standards & manufacturer's recommendations. The relevant standards for each Lot will be detailed in the ITT and Contract Notice. Our requirement may relate to 'new build' and/or replacement of existing equipment. Bidders must demonstrate the suitability of the equipment and their ability to provide technical support and training. Supply of EDU Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment equipment is expected only to be as part of a wider EDU WD design and installation where the Endoscope Washer supplier would be expected to take the role of prime contractor. Local Decontamination Unit (LDU) Washer - e.g. Benchtop, under-bench, free standing and pass through To provide, install and commission LDU Washer Disinfectors to single or multiple LDUs across NHS Scotland, together with associated maintenance of the equipment and accessories. Equipment must be CE/UKCA marked, comply with EU MDR2017/745, relevant BS and ISO standards & manufacturer's recommendations. The relevant standards for each Lot will be detailed in the ITT and Contract Notice. Our requirement may relate to 'new build' LDUs and/or replacement of existing equipment. Bidders must demonstrate the suitability of the equipment and their ability to provide technical support and training. Laboratory Sterilisers To provide, install and commission steam sterilising equipment to single or multiple laboratories across NHS Scotland, together with associated maintenance of the equipment and accessories. Equipment must be CE/UKCA marked, comply with EU MDR2017/745, relevant BS and ISO standards & manufacturer's recommendations. The relevant standards for each Lot will be detailed in the ITT and Contract Notice. Our requirement may relate to 'new build' facilities and/or replacement of existing equipment. Bidders must demonstrate the suitability of the equipment and their ability to provide technical support and training. Non-Invasive Ultrasound Probe Disinfectors To provide equipment capable of Disinfecting Endocavity (Transvaginal and Transrectal Ultrasound) Probes. The requirement also includes associated Installation and Commissioning to single or multiple sites across NHS Scotland together with associated Maintenance. Equipment must be CE/UKCA marked, comply with EU MDR2017/745, relevant BS and ISO standards & manufacturer's recommendations. The relevant standards for each Lot will be detailed in the ITT and Contract Notice. Our requirement may relate to 'new build' and/or replacement of existing equipment. Bidders must demonstrate the suitability of the equipment and their ability to provide technical support and training. Pre-Cleaning Systems for CDU, EDU and LDU Pre-cleaning systems for Central Decontamination Units, Endoscopy Decontamination Units and Local Decontamination Units together with associated maintenance of the equipment and accessories. Equipment must be CE/UKCA marked, comply with EU MDR2017/745, relevant BS and ISO standards & manufacturer's recommendations. The relevant standards for each Lot will be detailed in the ITT and Contract Notice. Our requirement may relate to 'new build' and/or replacement of existing equipment. Bidders must demonstrate the suitability of the equipment and their ability to provide technical support and training. Local Decontamination Unit (LDU) Sterilisers - Type N and Type B and accessories e.g. systems to generate feed water suitable for use in benchtop sterilisers To provide, install and commission LDU steam sterilising equipment (Type N, B and S) to single or multiple LDUs across NHS Scotland, together with associated maintenance of the equipment and accessories. Equipment must be CE/UKCA marked, comply with EU MDR2017/745, relevant BS and ISO standards & manufacturer's recommendations. The relevant standards for each Lot will be detailed in the ITT and Contract Notice. Our requirement may relate to 'new build' LDUs and/or replacement of existing equipment. Bidders must demonstrate the suitability of the equipment and their ability to provide technical support and training. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547925 | | 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 | 23 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Jul 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £8,000,000 | | 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 - 42924720 - Decontamination equipment ## Release History - 23 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547925 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547925 Decontamination Equipment and Associated Maintenance - The supply, Installation and Commissioning of Decontamination Equipment for use in Central Decontamination Units (CDU), Endoscopy Decontamination Units (EDU), Local Decontamination Units (LDU) and Laboratories including: Sterilisers, Washer Disinfectors, Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment, Endoscope Storage and Drying Cabinets, together with associated Maintenance/Testing, Accessories and Consumables for each Lot. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=820554 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000820554 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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