Soft Market Testing - Pharmacy Aseptic Services Joint Venture

Description: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP) is exploring options for the development of a new Pharmacy Aseptic Services suite. The proposed facility is intended to provide a comprehensive range of aseptic services including: Chemotherapy preparation Centralised Intravenous Additive Services (CIVAS) Outpatient Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT/OPIT) support Clinical Trials aseptic support Future-proofed capacity for expected demand growth As part of this appraisal, the Trust is considering a range of potential delivery and funding models, including the possibility of forming a Joint Venture or other partnership with the private sector. The purpose of this soft market testing exercise is to understand: The level of interest from suppliers and investors in partnering with the Trust The range of commercial, technical, and operational models available in the market Key risks, dependencies, and proposed (read more...)

Summary: The University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is entering the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Soft Market Testing – Pharmacy Aseptic Services Joint Venture". The focus is on developing a new suite for Pharmacy Aseptic Services, addressing needs such as chemotherapy preparation and outpatient antimicrobial therapy. In the context of this planning phase, the Trust is actively engaging in a preliminary market consultation to explore potential partnership models with private sector entities. An engagement event is scheduled for 4 February 2026 at the Trust's location in Plymouth, UK. Interested parties are invited to contribute insights, which will guide the Trust's future procurement strategy. This project falls under the services category, dealing primarily with pharmaceuticals and medical services, and is an initiative above the threshold, indicating significant scope and investment.

Women's Health Market Engagement

Description: In March 2026, to support the renewal of England's women's health strategy, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is exploring collaboration opportunities with stakeholders from: * the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) and * private sector organisations interested in supporting the improvement of women's health outcomes, to help overcome some of the barriers preventing women from accessing support, engaging with services and having a positive experience of healthcare. DHSC is interested in exploring how industry and government can better work together to achieve its strategic ambitions for women's health. The purpose of this market engagement is to announce that DHSC will also be hosting a virtual Market Engagement event with a Q&A on the 3rd February 2026 to facilitate a conversation around what organisations are (read more...)

Summary: The Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC) is currently in the planning stage of its procurement process for a market engagement focused on improving women's health outcomes in the UK. The initiative falls under the services category and primarily caters to voluntary, community, social enterprise (VCSE), and private sector organisations. A virtual Market Engagement and Q&A event is scheduled for 3rd February 2026, which requires interested parties to register by completing a questionnaire by 28th January 2026. The opportunity seeks collaboration in enhancing women's access to healthcare, addressing systemic barriers, and improving overall health experiences.

End to end CDMO services for the importation, encapsulation and distribution of T3S and Placebo for the LIONNS-D2 Trial

Description: The School of Medicine successfully applied for a UKRI grant to investigate in a randomised controlled trial (RCT), a new IMP (investigational medicinal product) called Triiodothyronine sulphate (T3S) in hypothyroid subjects with a gene difference in a thyroid related enzyme called deiodinase 2 (D2). We are looking for a CDMO to (i) Import and QP sign off T3S and matched placebo tablets obtained from Ardena, Pamplona, Spain who will manufacture these to GMP standards; (ii) over encapsulate commercially secured L-thyroxine (LT4 ) and matched placebo capsules; (iii) store T3S and matched placebo obtained from Ardena, and over encapsulated LT4 and matched placebo; (iv) label T3S, LT4 and respective placebo packs for distribution to trial subjects; (v) distribute T3S and matched placebo and over encapsulated LT4 and matched placebo (read more...)

Summary: Cardiff University is seeking a contractor for the provision of end-to-end Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) services in support of a medical research project involving the investigational medicinal product Triiodothyronine Sulphate (T3S). The procurement process has reached the Tender stage under a competitive flexible procedure and is governed by UKPGA 2023/54 regulations. Significant dates include an enquiry period ending on 28th January 2026, a tender period ending on 30th January 2026, and an expected award by the end of March 2026. Interested suppliers, especially those experienced with pharmaceutical products and research development services, should note that this tender requires the return of a Non-Disclosure Agreement to access full details, and operations will be primarily based in Cardiff, Wales.

Dudley Wheelchair Assessment and Equipment Service

Description: NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board (referred to as the Commissioner) are inviting suitably qualified and experienced suppliers to express their interest in delivering a Wheelchair Assessment and Equipment Service for patients registered with a Dudley GP. The aims and objectives of the service are: * To provide comprehensive, all-age wheelchair services to support Service Users with long-term mobility and postural conditions to lead - as far as their condition will allow - healthy, active and independent lives. * To provide for Service Users' clinical needs along with consideration of the holistic needs of the Service User, including social, educational, lifestyle and family/carer requirements. * To achieve Service User-focused goals and/or resolution of problems relating to their mobility and/or equipment. * To respond to the changing needs of (read more...)

Summary: NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board is seeking qualified suppliers for the Dudley Wheelchair Assessment and Equipment Service. This procurement, currently in the tender update stage, is open with an objective to provide comprehensive wheelchair services to patients registered with Dudley GP practices. Located in Wolverhampton and Derby, the buying and procuring entities are NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board and NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit respectively. The procurement covers the industry category of goods and services related to wheelchairs and their maintenance, scheduled to end on 9th February 2026. The contract, valued at £6,750,000 with a gross amount of £8,115,845, will span three years starting from 1st October 2026, with the possibility of a two-year extension.

Supply of Podiatry Consumables and Materials

Description: NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership is undertaking a preliminary market engagement exercise to inform a potential future procurement of the Supply of Podiatry Consumables and Materials.

Summary: The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Supply of Podiatry Consumables and Materials". This engagement is primarily targeted within the medical equipment, pharmaceuticals and personal care products industry category, focusing on locations across the United Kingdom. The current planning phase includes a market engagement notice published on 16th January 2026, with a deadline for pre-market engagement responses on 30th January 2026. This process follows an open procedure with future communication expected by 12th October 2026.

AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer

Description: Preliminary market consultation to inform the NHS commercial strategy for AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer. Please note all stated financial values in relation to this notice are nominal, as the financial envelope is yet to be defined. Projected contracting dates in the notice, similarly do not reflect any plans as these are yet to be defined. To express interest, review and respond to the request for information questionnaire please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal using the following link. https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome. Select live opportunities, navigate to the project titled: "AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer" and follow the instructions to download, complete and upload your response to the questionnaire.

Summary: NHS England, a central government authority based in London, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer". This initiative falls under the medical equipment and services industry, focusing on diagnostic devices and medical imaging services. A preliminary market consultation is scheduled, with a key engagement milestone due on the 29th of January 2026. The purpose of this consultation is to shape the NHS's commercial strategy. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest by responding to a request for information accessible via the Atamis e-sourcing portal. The procurement process is above the threshold, and while the financial aspects are currently nominal, the official contract period is planned from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2028.

Community Equipment Maintenance and Repair Service 2026

Description: Community Equipment Services (CES) is operated by Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC) and provides community health and social care related equipment delivery, installation, collection, repair and maintenance to Solihull residents, both adults and children and is commissioned by Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board (ICB) across this locality. The service enables individuals to maintain independence, maximise wellbeing, and remain safely within their own home for as long as possible. CES supplies a wide range of equipment, including hoists, slings, mobility equipment, movement aids, and equipment to support with community, independent daily living. While CES delivers, installs and collects equipment directly, the service has a limited in-house maintenance and repair function. This specification sets out the requirements for a contracted provider to deliver planned maintenance, statutory inspections, reactive repairs, (read more...)

Summary: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is currently overseeing a public procurement process titled "Community Equipment Maintenance and Repair Service 2026," which is set within the industry category of health and social work services. This active tender is at the stage of offering opportunities for submission, closing on 30th January 2026. The Council, located in Solihull, UK, seeks a contractual provider for the upkeep of community health-related equipment. This includes regular maintenance, statutory inspections, and reactive repairs to support the community equipment supplied across the region. The services are under an open procurement method for a contract valued at approximately £160,000 net, with a gross amount of £192,000. All submissions are directed through the Council's e-procurement portal, with electronic submissions being permissible.

Community Equipment Maintenance and Repair Service 2026

Description: Community Equipment Services (CES) is operated by Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC) and provides community health and social care related equipment delivery, installation, collection, repair and maintenance to Solihull residents, both adults and children and is commissioned by Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board (ICB) across this locality. The service enables individuals to maintain independence, maximise wellbeing, and remain safely within their own home for as long as possible. CES supplies a wide range of equipment, including hoists, slings, mobility equipment, movement aids, and equipment to support with community, independent daily living. While CES delivers, installs and collects equipment directly, the service has a limited in-house maintenance and repair function. This specification sets out the requirements for a contracted provider to deliver planned maintenance, statutory inspections, reactive repairs, (read more...)

Summary: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is currently overseeing a public procurement process titled "Community Equipment Maintenance and Repair Service 2026," which is set within the industry category of health and social work services. This active tender is at the stage of offering opportunities for submission, closing on 30th January 2026. The Council, located in Solihull, UK, seeks a contractual provider for the upkeep of community health-related equipment. This includes regular maintenance, statutory inspections, and reactive repairs to support the community equipment supplied across the region. The services are under an open procurement method for a contract valued at approximately £160,000 net, with a gross amount of £192,000. All submissions are directed through the Council's e-procurement portal, with electronic submissions being permissible.

Provision of a Containment Product Service

Description: North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and University Hospitals Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust wish to collaborate with a view to providing Cumbria and Lancashire with an integrated containment product provision from age 5 through to adulthood. The scope is to contract a Home Delivery Containment Product Service for service users in their homes, residential care homes, nursing homes and hospitals. The Authorities therefore wish to implement a contract for the complete home delivery service of continence products to patients in their own homes, in residential homes and in nursing homes as well as the provision of a delivery service directly to wards/departments within Acute and Community Hospitals, as well as Mental Health Units.

Summary: The procurement process initiated by North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, collaborating with East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust, focuses on the "Provision of a Containment Product Service". This initiative aims to provide an integrated containment product service across Cumbria and Lancashire, servicing individuals from age 5 to adulthood. The procurement stage is currently at the tender update phase, following the initial tender phase begun on 5th January 2026. The tender is being conducted using an open procedure targeting the delivery and provision of continence products directly to service users in various healthcare settings throughout the UKD region. Important dates include the tender period ending on 11th February 2026, with the award expected by 16th March 2026, and the contract starting on 1st May 2026 for a period of up to 10 years, including possible extensions.

Provision of Minor Maintenance and Cleansing of Public Conveniences

Description: Swale Borough Council is inviting tenders for the Provision of Minor Maintenance and Cleansing of Public Conveniences. Two contracts will be awarded to one supplier. The contracts will involve opening and closing public conveniences; cleansing and maintaining them (undertaking minor maintenance works); providing consumables; undertaking hygiene services and dispose of corresponding waste. The contract for Lot 1 shall commence on 01/04/26 and terminate on 31/03/31. The council may extend the opportunity for a further 1 year. The contract for Lot 2 shall commence on 01/04/26 and terminate on 31/03/27. The council may extend the opportunity for 1 year periods of up to a further 5 years. The tenderer who submits the Most Advantageous Tender will be awarded the contracts. The Invitation to Tender document must be submitted / (read more...)

Summary: Swale Borough Council is conducting an open procurement process for the Provision of Minor Maintenance and Cleansing of Public Conveniences. This procurement falls under the services category, focusing on sterilisation, disinfection, hygiene devices, and cleaning services. The process involves two contracts to be awarded to the same supplier, with one contract set to commence on 1 April 2026 and run until 31 March 2031, with an option for a one-year extension. The second contract also commences on 1 April 2026 but has an initial term of one year, extendable for up to five additional years in one-year increments. The total estimated value of the contracts is £2,383,200 GBP. Located in Sittingbourne, United Kingdom, this procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for submission set on 12 February 2026 at 12:00 noon. Interested suppliers must submit their tenders via the Council’s e-tendering portal, focusing on locations such as Sittingbourne, Faversham, and the Isle of Sheppey.