Anaesthesia Machines, Ventilators, Neonatal Equipment and Phototherapy Systems 2026
Estimated value
—
Awarded value
£260.0m
Suppliers
33
Lots
4
Published
29 Jan 2026
Description
NHS Supply Chain intends to launch a National Framework Agreement for the provision of Anaesthesia Machines, Ventilator Equipment, Neonatal Equipment, Phototherapy Devices (Adult & Paediatric) and Related Accessories and Services. This includes the following requirements which have been sub-divided into Lots: Lot 1: Anaesthesia Machines and Related Accessories and Services Lot 2: Ventilator Equipment and Related Accessories and Services Lot 3: Neonatal Incubators and Neonatal Phototherapy Devices and Related Accessories and Services Lot 4: Adult and Paediatric Phototherapy Devices and Related Accessories and Services It is anticipated that the initial expenditure will be in the region of £65,000,000 in the first year of this Framework Agreement, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement. Estimated value over the 3 year Framework Agreement will be in the region of £195,000,000. There will be an option to extend the Framework for a further year. If the extension period will be utilised, then the total value of the Framework across the 4 year would be £260,000,000.
Scope
- Reference
- Project_1551
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 01 Mar 2026 to 28 Feb 2029Possible extension to 28 Feb 2030
There will be an option to extend the Framework for a further year. If the extension period will be utilised, then the total value of the Framework across the 4 year would be £260,000,000.
- CPV classifications
- 331720003317210033172200330000003310000033166000
- Contract locations
- UK, United Kingdom
- Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Award criteria
Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non Financial | — | quality | 60.00% |
| Price | — | price | 40.00% |
Participation
Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.
ISO 9001: 2015 or BS EN ISO 13485:2016 or Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDAP) accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (or international equivalent) to cover all segments of the Supplier’s and the product’s supply chain. This should include, but not be limited to, sales, manufacturing, storage and distribution. Also refer to Annex 1 Specification and Tender Response Document
Submission & procedure
- Procedure
- Open procedure
Award details· 4 awards
Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.
Awarded value
£105.0m
Award date
06 Jan 2026
Contract start
01 Mar 2026
Contract end
28 Feb 2029
Lots · 4 total
Divisions of the contract. Each lot can be awarded separately.
| Lot | Title | Est. value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 | Anaesthesia Machines and Related Accessories and Services | £105.0m | complete |
| Lot 2 | Ventilator Equipment and Related Accessories and Services | £78.4m | complete |
| Lot 3 | Neonatal Equipment and Related Accessories and Services | £73.0m | complete |
| Lot 4 | Adult and Paediatric Phototherapy Devices and Related Accessories and Services | £3.6m | complete |