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title: "NP86726 - Testing Kits Assembly & Distribution Service"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000830695"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND)"
published: "2026-04-30"
---

# NP86726 - Testing Kits Assembly & Distribution Service

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000830695

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## Summary

The Common Services Agency, known as Public Services Delivery Scotland (PSD Scotland), is overseeing an active procurement process under the tender titled "NP86726 - Testing Kits Assembly & Distribution Service," focusing on the health industry. Based in Edinburgh, this procurement involves the distribution of testing kits across NHS Scotland. The tender is categorised under the industry for goods and follows an open procurement procedure. Key dates include the submission deadline on 1st June 2026 and the commencement of the award period on the same day. The contract has a value of £800,000 GBP and covers regions within the UKM area.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply, assembly, and distribution of medical and testing kits. Firms with capabilities in logistics and inventory management will find this tender particularly relevant. Companies adept at handling fast-paced order fulfilment and inventory control, especially those certified with ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO13485, should consider participating. The tender’s open procedure allows for electronic submissions, making it accessible for businesses aiming to collaborate with NHS Scotland in enhancing their supply chain efficiencies.

## Notice

This framework supports PHS in providing various testing kits for use across NHS Scotland.

### Lot Information

Supply of PCR Kits

The requirement for the awarded supplier is as follows: Receive FOC inventory items from PHS/PDS as mentioned in each testing kit Source the supplier managed inventory items Build the relevant kits as requested Ship/Despatch the test kits for onward delivery Manage inventory/stock control of both Supplier Purchased items and FOC provided items from PHS/PDS, triggering the relevant orders/request for more FOC items as and when required.

Renewal: Extension for up to 24 months if required

Supply of CARI Kits

Receive FOC inventory items from PHS/PDS as mentioned in each testing kit Source the supplier managed inventory items Build the relevant kits as requested Ship/Despatch the test kits for onward delivery Manage inventory/stock control of both Supplier Purchased items and FOC provided items from PHS/PDS, triggering the relevant orders/request for more FOC items as and when required.

Renewal: Extension of up to 24 months if required

Supply of RAP Kits

The requirement for the awarded supplier is as follows: Receive FOC inventory items from PHS/PDS as mentioned in each testing kit Source the supplier managed inventory items Build the relevant kits as requested Ship/Despatch the test kits for onward delivery Manage inventory/stock control of both Supplier Purchased items and FOC provided items from PHS/PDS, triggering the relevant orders/request for more FOC items as and when required. Please note no stock is required to be held for these test kits, however the supplier must have the ability to stand up the sourcing/building of these kits within 24 hours notice in response to any future Pandemics.

Renewal: Extension of up to 24 months if required

Pick & Pack Service for LFDs (Home Channel)

LFDs will be provided FOC from PDS to the awarded the supplier, the requirement for this area is that the awarded supplier will receive electronic notifications of the orders that are required twice daily, the supplier will then take one box of LFDs per order then action as follows: Apply Shipping label Despatch for onward delivery

Renewal: Extension of up to 24 months if required

Storage & Distribution

The supplier is required to store a number of pallets containing FOC supplied Stock from PSD/PHS this will vary depending on demand. The supplier is required to despatch any relevant orders for Lots 1-4 for onward delivery to the relevant end users as required

Renewal: Extension of up to 24 months if required

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554912 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND) |
| 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

- 33140000 - Medical consumables

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554912

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554912
  NP86726 - Testing Kits Assembly & Distribution Service - This framework supports PHS in providing various testing kits for use across NHS Scotland.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://publicservicesdelivery.scot/about/procurement/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830695
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/go/16842679019DDED8247B

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