Tenders/Provision of Insourced and Outsourced Clinical Services Framework (Framework Reopening)

Provision of Insourced and Outsourced Clinical Services Framework (Framework Reopening)

COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Published: Jun 26, 2026

Updated: Jun 26, 2026

About This Opportunity

This is a framework agreement contract in the health and medical services sector, with a focus on Medical Equipment. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for framework agreement in the health and medical services sector. Framework agreements establish terms for recurring procurement over a defined period. Selected firms are called upon as needs arise, making this a longer-term engagement opportunity. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The aim of this Framework is to provide Relevant Authorities with fully compliant solutions which supplement the delivery of patient care by Relevant Authorities in line with the NHS' core Key Performance Indicators and standards. The Framework has two Lots. Lot 1 Insourced Clinical Services Lot 2 Outsourced Clinical Services Insourced Services are clinical services which are delivered on the premises of the contracting Relevant Authority and may use that organisation's equipment. Outsourced Services are clinical services which are delivered on premises owned or operated by the Provider. Insourced and Outsourced Services will include the full range of Surgical and Medical specialties and sub-specialties. The specialties and sub-specialties are those listed by the various Surgical and Medical Royal Colleges. This is a Framework under The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and The Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025. In accordance with Regulation 17 of The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and Regulation 17 of The Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025, the Framework will be open to applications from new potential Providers during the Term of the Framework. Previously appointed Providers are NOT obliged to re-apply. Further 'Intention to Award' notices will be published as and when new Providers are appointed.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on June 26, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: 060368-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST has issued 98 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 10 currently open and 62 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Health & Medical, Governance & Public Administration, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: June 26, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Framework agreement contract in the Health & Medical sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 060368-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.