Framework agreement for the supply of sack holders (‘Products’) on behalf of all entities
constituted pursuant to the National Health
Service (Scotland) Act 1978, (i.e. all NHS Scotland Health Boards, Special Health Boards
and the Authority or other NHS Organisations established pursuant to the NHS (Scotland)
Act 1978), any integrated Joint Boards established pursuant to the new Public Bodies
(Joint
Working) Scotland Act 2014 (collectively hereafter referred to as ‘Participating Authorities')
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-584043
NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) is exploring options for the possible procurement of digital solution(s) to support the management of the screening programmes listed in the attachments, on behalf of NHS Scotland.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-436646
This PIN (Prior information Notice) is for the renewal of Anti-embolism Stockings, Lymphoedema Products, Compression Devices & Accessories.
National Procurement are giving notice of the release for the renewal of current NP536/18 Anti-embolism Stockings, Compression Devices & Accessories & Lymphoedema Products, scheduled for week commencing 11th August 2025.
We will be retendering within the following specifications, still to be confirmed, for consumables & equipment: Anti-Embolism Stockings (Non-mechanical), Prevention DVT (Mechanical), Compression Pumps, Lymphoedema products & Accessories. Compression Products Flat Knit (RAL Standard), Round Knit (British Standard), Round Knit (RAL Standard), Hosiery Kit, Inelastic Adjustable Compression Garments, Compression Stroke Patient & Consumables.
Please hold the following dates in your diary; Wednesday 24th & Thursday 25th September 2025 for potential framework participants functional evaluations in person for lots submitted covering compression pumps (or equivalent). At National Services Scotland, Gyle Square, 1 South Gyle Crescent, Edinburgh EH12 9EB.
An additional desktop evaluation will also be completed on the same dates for consumables undertaken by our clinical advisory panel. Potential framework participants are not required to attend in person for the desktop evaluation. Sample requirements will be provided in the tender documentation and will detail delivery dates & products to be sent to National Services Scotland, Gyle Square, 1 South Gyle Crescent, Edinburgh EH12 9EB in advance of the evaluation dates.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-471431
NHS National Services Scotland Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service is exploring the options for the possible procurement of an electronic ordering system
The objective of this exercise is to obtain up-to-date information and feedback from the market in order to:
- understand current and, in development, market capabilities and solutions in relation to the functionality required; and
- provide NHS National Services Scotland Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service, on behalf of NHS Scotland with indicative costs associated with the incremental implementation and ongoing support of a suitable solution
The information to be provided will help us better understand the current and developing market and to consider the way forward. Views and suggestions will not be disclosed to third parties or used for any other purpose.
This exercise is being carried out in advance of any formal procurement process. It is not a pre-qualification or tendering exercise. The results of this exercise will be used to inform NHS Scotland decision making process in respect of the implementation of an electronic solution and may or may not result in a future tendering exercise.
Any submission received in response to this exercise does not constitute any contractual agreement between the respondent and NHS National Services Scotland Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service. Respondents should also note that NHS National Services Scotland Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service or NHS Scotland will not be responsible for any costs and expenses that may be incurred in responding to this exercise.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-67920
National Procurement will shortly be releasing the Invitation To Tender for renewal framework NP59926 Wound Management Products and would like to inform the relevant market suppliers of this opportunity.
Out timelines will be confirmed in the Contract Notice release, but will follow closely to the following timelines
Mid-Late April 2026 ITT released.
ITT closes late May 2026.
Evaluations, clarifications carried out June 2026.
Standstill & Award approvals July-August 2026, with award notification August 2026.
Framework renewal live October 2026.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-567591
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) (NSS) are acting on behalf of NHS Fife, NHS Lothian, and NHS Borders are seeking expressions of interest from parties capable of assisting in the achievement of our sustainability goals and net-zero carbon initiatives. This will be accomplished by reducing energy costs and developing income generation schemes for the Health Boards through fully funded technological solutions.
Please note that this PIN is not a request for proposals. It is issued to inform the market of our future intentions and to facilitate the formation of a successful partnerships with suppliers who can provide fully funded solutions with no financial expenditure required from the Health Boards.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-68500
Renewal of National Framework for the Supply of Endo Surgical Devices covering the following products to NHS Scotland. Products can
be either supplied via the NDC(National Distribution Centre) or direct to hospitals across NHS Scotland. It is expected that the annual
value across all lots will not exceed GBP 7m excluding VAT.
The following product range and Lot configuration is indicative only:
1. Reposable Trocar
2. Staplers for Open Surgery
3. Staplers for Endo Surgery
4. Cutters for Open Surgery
5. Cutters for Endo Surgery
6. Clip Appliers for Open Surgery
7. Clip Appliers for Endo Surgery
8. Single use Accessories
9. Reposable Laparoscopic Instruments
10.Reposable Accessories
11.Reusable Instruments - Tips and Accessories
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-117873
New procurement process for the supply of medical examination gloves (sterile and non sterile).
This proposed framework award reflects the medical examination glove product range required to support activity within NHS Scotland:-
> Non Sterile Long Cuff
> Non Sterile Regular Cuff
> Non Sterile Regular Cuff Accelerator Free
> Non Sterile Regular Cuff Accelerator Free - BLUE
> Non Sterile Regular Cuff - OAT
> Sterile Regular Cuff
> Sterile Regular Cuff Accelerator Free - BLUE
These will be supplied by our National Distribution Service supporting all health boards (incl special boards ) within NHS Scotland, subject to change and will be confirmed when the ITT is published.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-100053
Renewal of National Framework for the Supply of Hypodermic Needles & Syringes Products covering the following products to NHS Scotland either via the NDS or direct to Health boards. It is expected that the annual value across all the lots will not exceed GBP 1m excluding VAT.
Please note that the following Lot configuration is for information purposes only and is subject to change.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-110654
This requirement is for an Oesophageal Cell Collection Device (OCCD) diagnostic service inclusive of delivery of pathology lab test to initiating clinician, which must be able to be integrated into the NHS, across Scotland with the aim of improving the patient journey, improving outcomes and reducing the requirement for traditional hospital-based procedures.
As outlined above, Supplier must be able to provide holistic service of an Oesophageal Cell Collection Device (OCCD) and diagnostic service inclusive of delivery of pathology lab test.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-127240
Scottish Government and NHS Scotland are exploring options for a single national IPC eSurveillance solution that will ensure consistent application across all of NHS Scotland. The objective of this exercise is to obtain up-to-date information and feedback from the market in order to:
- understand current and, in development, market capabilities and solutions in relation to the functionality required; and
- provide NHS National Services Scotland, on behalf of NHS Scotland with indicative costs associated with the incremental
implementation and ongoing support of a suitable solution
The information to be provided will help us better understand the current and developing market and to consider the way forward.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-127314
This Prior Information Notice (PIN) solely relates to early market engagement around the development of a once for Scotland: Digital Diabetes Prevention Programme. NHS Scotland wishes to notify potential providers about its intention to commence early market engagement in advance of a potential commissioning process to support its emerging Digital Diabetes Prevention Pathway.
Potential providers will be required to work alongside NHS Scotland National Diabetes Team to deliver the Digital Diabetes Prevention Programme. The programme will seek to provide a proven clinical intervention using digital technology that will provide support over a 9 month period, using trained lifestyle coaches to enable participants to track progress against their own goals via a digital application.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-136545
This Prior Information Notice (PIN) solely relates to early market engagement around the development of a once for Scotland Digital Heart Failure System.
The aim of any potential project will be to adopt digital technology that can display, capture and collate relevant clinical information and bring the benefits of enhanced vetting, investigation, and diagnostic decision-making methods to clinicians.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)ScotlandWAC-137743
Renewal of National Framework for the Supply of Surgical Sutures covering the following products to NHS Scotland either via the NDC (National Distribution Centre) or direct to health boards. It is expected that the annual value across all the lots will be around 3 million GBP based on current consumption via the NDC only and does not include VAT.
Please note that the Lot structure detailed in the PIN notice is only for information purposes and is subject to change.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")ScotlandWAC-329141