UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

Overview of Requirement University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) is initiating the re-procurement process for its Imaging Infrastructure Support Service (IISS). As a large, specialised acute teaching trust, UHS manages a diverse and complex imaging estate including MRI, CT, X-Ray, Ultrasound, Echo, Angiography, and Fluoroscopy supporting 24/7 clinical pathways. The current contract, which provides a comprehensive managed service, is approaching expiry. Purpose of the Engagement This Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) is a critical step in developing the Trust's Business Case. The objectives for the engagement are to: - Gather insight on current capabilities, innovations, and delivery models. - Test and shape the Trust's emerging requirements and procurement strategy. - Understand supplier perspectives on risk, contract structure, and performance expectations. - Encourage broad and competitive participation in the forthcoming procurement. Scope and Model Neutrality The Trust is seeking information on a broad range of high-level service models. At this stage, UHS has not yet committed to a specific commercial structure. The engagement aims to understand the pros and cons of: - Fully managed equipment service models. - Hybrid or shared-responsibility models. - Strategic partnerships involving mixed-vendor and mixed-age estates. - Other models used globally. Supply and Delivery Expectations This notice is for pre-procurement consultation only. The Trust invites input from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Managed Service Providers (MSPs), and technical advisors. The engagement will involve a period of active discovery, including Requests for Information (RFIs) and 1-to-1 sessions. Out of Scope To maintain the integrity of the future formal procurement, the following are strictly out of scope for this PME: - Detailed pricing or firm cost benchmarks. - Final contract terms or specific risk transfer mechanisms. - Supplier-specific solution designs or evaluation/scoring criteria.

Radiation Protection Advisory Service NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) intends to undertake a procurement tender exercise for the provision of a Radiation Protection Advisory (RPA) and Radiological Waste Advisory (RWA) service. NHSBT (England) now wishes to commence a formal procurement process and is seeking to engage with suppliers for the provision of RPA/RWA services. The current contract ends in 31/03/2027. NHSBT would like to improve our knowledge of all current RPA/RWA services available in the marketplace. This will aid identification of opportunities and gauge market interest in this field. We require the services to cover the following: - • RPA/RWA services in compliance with Ionising Radiation Regulation 2017 (IRR17). • RPA/RWA services in compliance with Environmental Permitting Regulations 2016 (EPR16). • RPA/RWA services in compliance with NaCTSO Security Requirements Document (SRD) 2024. • Industrial irradiation continuing consent advice to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). • Technical review of dose mapping reports. • Calibration of radiation monitors. • Annual site visit to each of the centres to audit compliance to regulatory standards. • Advice in the event of an emergency (cover provided 24/7 due to the operational requirements of NHSBT). It is NHSBT's intention to hold pre-procurement supplier engagement meetings the week of May 5rth 2026 to June 5th 2026. the meetings will be held remotely, the dates are to be confirmed. To enable NHSBT to finalise arrangements (e.g. send meeting details and agree time slots) for the meeting’s, interested organisations are required to send an expression of interest via email to Sahithi Bandi - sahithi.bandi@nhsbt.nhs.uk no later than 17:0 hrs (GMT) on 29/05/2026. This should include a list of your potential attendees and a brief overview (or a website link) of the Goods / Services which might be offered. No business whatsoever is guaranteed under any resulting framework agreement or contract, and there is no guarantee that any framework agreement or contract will be put in place in relation to this notice. No compensation etc. will be paid if a tender or resulting framework agreement is withdrawn for any reason. Bidders should take part in this process only on the basis that they fully understand and accept this position. It should be noted that this procurement exercise may allow other Health authorities to use any agreements awarded.

This framework proposal encompasses three distinct lots, each addressing a key area of the employee lifecycle. Lot 1a focuses on Applicant Tracking Systems, providing tools to streamline recruitment processes, manage candidate pipelines, and improve hiring efficiency. Lot 1b covers Onboarding solutions, aiming to facilitate seamless integration for new hires through automated workflows and compliance management. Lot 1c addresses Employee Screening, offering services and technologies to ensure thorough background checks and verification, supporting organisational risk mitigation and regulatory adherence. Collectively, these lots are designed to enhance HR operations and ensure a robust workforce management strategy.

Lot 2a covers programmes that enable employees to sacrifice a portion of their salary in exchange for a range of benefits. These schemes are designed to provide tax and National Insurance savings for both employees and employers. Typical benefits may include pension contributions, childcare vouchers, cycle-to-work schemes, and other perks that enhance overall employee wellbeing and retention. Lot 2b focuses on car leasing services, with an emphasis on electric vehicles (EVs) and related infrastructure such as car charging solutions. The lot aims to facilitate environmentally friendly commuting options for employees by offering flexible leasing arrangements, access to EVs, and support for installation and management of charging points. This supports sustainability goals and promotes the adoption of greener transport alternatives.

The procurement encompasses five distinct lots within the Learning and Development framework: Lot 3a provides mandatory clinical training for healthcare professionals, such as infection prevention, safeguarding, and basic life support; Lot 3b delivers professional development opportunities for all staff, including leadership, management, and specialist skills; Lot 3c ensures mandatory non-clinical training, covering health and safety, GDPR, equality and diversity, and fire safety; Lot 3d offers a managed service with a Learning Management System (LMS) to facilitate booking, tracking, and management of training records; and Lot 3e focuses on training assessment, conducting needs analysis, evaluating effectiveness, and providing feedback to optimise future programmes and align learning with organisational goals.

The organisation seeks to procure comprehensive Occupational Health Services and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support the physical and mental wellbeing of its workforce. The Occupational Health Services should include pre-employment health assessments, periodic health surveillance, absence management, and advice on workplace health risks. The EAP must provide confidential counselling, support for personal and work-related issues, and access to resources such as financial and legal advice. Both services should be delivered by qualified professionals, adhere to relevant legislation and best practice, and ensure timely, accessible support for all employees. The provider will be expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of the organisation’s needs, offer flexible solutions, and report regularly on service usage and outcomes.

NHS Northamptonshire ICB (referred to as the Commissioner) is inviting suitably qualified and experienced providers to deliver Recurrent Distribution of Orthodontic UOAs in Northampton.<br/><br/>Orthodontic services play a key role in improving oral health outcomes for children and young people across Northamptonshire. The service provides specialist assessment, diagnosis and treatment of malocclusion, supporting functional improvement, long-term oral health, and enhanced quality of life. <br/><br/>The Services are intended to be provided from 1st January 2027 for a period of 3 years, with the Commissioner having the option to extend the Contract for up to a further 2 years (total contract duration, including extensions 5 years) till 31st December 2031.<br/><br/>Please note the deadline for responses to the Competitive Process is 10:0am on 8th June 2026.

ABUHB is looking to tender for GP services. Please see tender on etenderwales for further information.

ABUHB is looking to tender for GP services. Please see tender on etenderwales for further information.

Please find the request for a quote and terms and conditions attached. 1. Agree to the terms and conditions and send your acceptance by email to Caitlyn Murphy caitlyn.murphy@wales.nhs.uk 2. Submit your quote on Multiquote with a clear method statement and proforma invoice as an attachment. No quotes through email are accepted - To access this competition: login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity RA358273. Not registered on MultiQuote - visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote RA358273 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust is seeking to notify the market of an upcoming opportunity relating to the provision of short-term bed-based Transitional Care services in Lincolnshire. The service will support timely discharge from acute hospital settings by providing time-limited care for individuals who no longer require acute treatment but are not yet ready to return home. This notice is issued for market awareness purposes and to support transparency. Further details regarding service requirements, timescales, and participation arrangements will be communicated directly to interested providers as appropriate. For the avoidance of doubt, any contract arising from this opportunity will be awarded following a competitive process undertaken in line with the Provider Selection Regime, ensuring transparency, fairness, and proportionality. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Provision of Liquid Nitrogen to the Wolfson Cellular Therapy Unit

Tender to deliver Insourced Clinical services to University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust. Services covered are: Lot 1: Anaesthetics, Lot 2: Breast Imaging, Lot 3: Gastroenterology and Endoscopy.

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust invites tenders for Lot 1 Distribution Board replacement works at Tonbridge Hospital and Lot 2 Distribution Board replacement works at Victoria & Walmer Memorial Hospital, Deal. Mandatory Requirements:- Bidders must hold Constructionline Silver Level accreditation with “verified” status and no outstanding Health & Safety actions, or an equivalent accreditation demonstrating the same standards. Installers must be BS7671 IET 18th Edition certified. Contract Type: This project is tendered in accordance with the principles of JCT Tendering 2017 with Alternative 1 being dominant when dealing with arithmetical errors. Access to documentation:- Full details are available on the Health Family Atamis Portal under Project Reference: C432846 If you are not registered on Atamis, please do so via:- https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome Site Visits will be held on:- Lot 1 Tonbridge Hospital – 13 May 2026 – 10.00, 11.30 & 13.00 Lot 1 Tonbridge Hospital – 14 May 2026 – 10.00, 11.30 & 13.00 Lot 2 Victoria & Walmer Memorial Hospital, Deal - 19 May 2026 - 10.00, 11.30 & 13.00 Lot 2 Victoria & Walmer Memorial Hospital, Deal - 20 May 2026 - 10.00, 11.30 & 13.00 Please email your preferred date and time via the Atamis portal. Slots will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Note: Maximum two attendees per company. Names must be provided when requesting your slot. Please send your requests via the messaging system on the Atamis Portal. Programme:- Works are anticipated to start in mid July 2026. Suppliers can bid for either Lot or both Lots. Please note that the estimated overall contract value is £325,000 ex VAT (Lot 1 approx £150,000 and Lot 2 Approx £175,000)

Phamacy Procurement Contract - A ranked framework for the supply and delivery of Compounded Monoclonal Antibodies (mAbs) for Intravenous Infusion for Chemotherapy indications split into 2 lots: Lot 1: High Volume Products - 5 molecules / all brands Lot 2: Lower Volume Products - 13 molecules / all brands The ranked framework will be open to the participating Trusts of the South East Pharmacy Procurement Service (SEPPS): Thames Valley and Wessex (TV&W) 1. Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust 2. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust 3. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust 4. Isle of Wight NHS Trust 5. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust 6. Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust 7. Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust 8. Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust 9. Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust 10. Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust 11. University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust South-East Coast (SEC) 12. Ashford and St. Peters’ Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust 13. Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust 14. East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust 15. East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust 16. Kent Community Health NHS Trust 17. Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust 18. Medway NHS Foundation Trust 19. Queen Victoria Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust 20. Royal Surrey County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust 21. Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust 22. Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust 23. Sussex Community NHS Trust 24. Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust 25. University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust 26. Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust This framework will be available for use by Trusts in East of England and London regions, but the volumes for these regions have not been included for adjudication as part of the tender process. SEC Trusts can utilise this tender for products or services not covered by the National unlicensed aseptically prepared cytotoxic medicines and mAbs framework via MPSC. Please note: we did not publish a preliminary market engagement notice (UK2) for the following reasons: - we are not seeking to further develop our requirements or procurement approach. - we have procured similar supply arrangements via the Open procedure and deployed similar conditions of participation and award criteria. These have yielded good results previously. - we have already prepared our tender pack (see attached), that detail standard NHS contractual terms which have been found to be acceptable to the supply chain. - we understand the likely suppliers who will be interested but the open notice approach gives opportunity to others looking to enter the mAbs supply market

NHS National Framework for Generics Pharmaceuticals Wave 16a Offer reference number: CM/PHG/24/5714 Period of framework agreement: Dates detailed below, with an option or options to extend (at the authority’s discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 48 months. Potential periods of call-offs under the framework agreement: CM/PHG/24/5714/01 Oral (plus non-parenteral) products: CESW/LSNE/NWLN: 1/02/2027 to 31/05/2030 (40 months) CM/PHG/24/5714/02 Hospital only products: DLN: 1/02/2027 to 31/01/2029 (24 months) DNW: 1/02/2027 to 31/01/2029 (24 months) CM/PHG/24/5714/03 Hospital only (housekeeping) products: DCE/DSW: 1/02/2027 to 30/09/2027 (8 months) DLS/DNE: 1/02/2027 to 31/05/2028 (16 months)

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust intends to establish a framework agreement for the supply for Acute Inpatient Services whereby Independent Sector Providers (ISP) provide “appropriate” adult acute mental health beds, enabling care to be delivered as close to home for males and females The intention is to enter into a Framework for an initial period of 36 months with an options to extend for 1 x 12 month periods. The Services have been divided into the following packages (Lots): Lot 1 – Block of 10 Beds for Patients 50+ years Lot 2 – Block of 8 Beds for Patients 50+ years Lot 3 – Block of 10 Beds for Patients 18+ years Lot 4 – Block of 10 Beds for Patients 18+ years Lot 5 – Spot Purchase of Beds for Ad Hoc requirements HTE intends to a single provider to Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4. Whereas Lot 5 will be unrestricted in the number of providers appointed. HTE intends to appoint a minimum of two (2) suppliers across Lots 1 to 4 collectively. Award decisions will therefore apply award rules that may result in a supplier not being awarded a lot for which they are otherwise the highest‑scoring bidder, where this is necessary to meet the minimum supplier requirement

The Authority has a requirement for Principal Designer Services to take the lead in planning, managing, monitoring and coordinating health and safety during the pre-construction (design and planning stage) and during construction stages for the Cath Lab 3 refurbishment. The Authority wishes to engage with a principal designer to work closely with the project team, coordinating the work of others and ensuring significant and foreseeable risks are managed throughout the design process. The Authority wishes to engage with a principal designer to work closely with the project team, coordinating the work of others and ensuring significant and foreseeable risks are managed throughout the design process. The Project Guys and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust (GSTT) are to replacing their existing Cardiac Catheter Laboratory medical equipment and refurbishing the existing facilities within Cardiac Catheter Laboratory (Cath Lab No.3) at 4th floor level of the East Wing of the St Thomas’ Hospital site. The Project has been designed and prepared to completion of RIBA 4.

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (the “Trust”) is seeking a qualified advertising partner to install, manage, and commercially operate advertising formats across multiple hospital sites. The objective is to generate sustainable revenue while ensuring that all advertising displayed is appropriate, compliant, and aligned with NHS values. There will be no cost to the Trust for installation, management, or operation of advertising formats. The appointed supplier will manage all commercial activities and provide the Trust with an agreed share of revenue.

The East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust ("the Trust") requires a qualified locksmith to provide 24 hour, 7 days a week, 365 days a year Emergency Boarding Up and/or restorative services (“the Services”) across the county of Essex. These services are required when the Trust's personnel, or other emergency service personnel, acting in support (such as Police and/or Fire), have forcibly entered a property for welfare or other emergency reasons. The Supplier will be required to secure such premises promptly to prevent unauthorised access or further risk.