Orthotic Consumables

A Tender Notice
by THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Framework (Supply)
Duration
4 year
Value
2M
Sector
HEALTH
Published
30 Oct 2025
Delivery
To 01 Dec 2029 (est.)
Deadline
01 Dec 2025 12:00

Related Terms

Location

Edinburgh

Geochart for 2 buyers and 0 suppliers

2 buyers

Description

Orthotic support products to be used in bed to reduce pressure. Body support products to provide support out of bed.

Lot Division

1 Non-Ambulatory

Supply of bed mounted inflated pressure redistribution products. Must be manufactured from a cleanable material. We envisage awarding to 3 suppliers in this lot as a multi supplier unranked award.
2 Full Ambulatory

Supply of special footwear which will remove pressure from the heal when walking and aid stability of the user. The Authority envisage awarding 3 suppliers to this lot as a Multi Supplier Unranked award.
3 Gripper Socks

specialist socks to help patients maintain their footing who are classed as being as rick of falling. To be provided with grips on both sides. The Authority envisage awarding 3 supplier to this lot as a Multi Supplier Ranked award.
4 Walker Footwear

footwear which can provide a degree of immobilisation and support following soft tissue injuries, are also suitable for some fractures. The Authority envisage awarding 3 supplier to this lot as a Multi Supplier Unranked award.
5 Knee Braces

Knee Braces To provide a support of the knee for arthritis, sprains and instability of the knee. The Authority envisage awarding 3 supplier to this lot as a Multi Supplier Unranked Award.
6 Upper Body & Arm Supports

to include but not limited to. Upper Body & Arm Supports, Tennis Elbow Support and Cervical Collar. The Authority envisage awarding 3 suppliers in this lot as a Multi Supplier Unranked award.

Award Criteria

Sustainability: net zero climate targeting 10.0
Quality 20.0
PRICE 70.0

CPV Codes

  • 33140000 - Medical consumables
  • 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
  • 18832000 - Special footwear
  • 18317000 - Socks
  • 33141740 - Orthopaedic footwear
  • 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
  • 33141760 - Splints

Indicators

  • Bids should cover one or more lots.
  • Bids should cover the whole contract.
  • Renewals are not available.
  • Performance considerations apply.
  • Professional qualifications are sought.
  • Award on basis of price.

Other Information

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) (‘the Authority’) acting through its division National Procurement, is undertaking this procurement of Orthotic Consumables (‘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 Organisation established pursuant to the NHS (Scotland) Act 1978), any integrated Join Boards established pursuant to the new Public Bodies (Joint Working) Scotland Act 2014 (collectively hereafter referred to as ‘Participating Authorities’), where applicable and Scottish Hospices. The estimated values referred to in Section II.1.5 and 11.2.6 covers the 48 months contract duration as there are no extension options. The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 30415. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 A sub-contract clause has been included in this contract. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-pr... A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (SC Ref:813581)

Reference

  • FTS 069738-2025

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