Community Equipment Stores - Standard Stock

South Tyneside Council has completed the procurement process for the "Community Equipment Stores - Standard Stock" project, classified under the health and social work services industry category. This tender, identified by code F8012-2025/2, involved a selective procurement method and was conducted as a call-off from the NHS SBS10015 framework agreement. The services are to be delivered in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

The tender period ended on 30th November 2025, and the contract, valued at £208,428, started on 1st December 2025, with an end date set for 30th November 2029. The award was published on 12th December 2025, signifying the completion stage of the procurement. This contract presents business growth opportunities for larger organisations in the health and social care equipment sector, as the call-off from an established framework agreement necessitates the capability to supply standard stock effectively over a multi-year period.

SMEs and VCSEs were deemed unsuitable for this contract. The awarded supplier, INVACARE (UK) LIMITED, with its large-scale operations, is well-positioned to meet the needs outlined by the council. Businesses with established infrastructure for delivering health and social care services, particularly in the North East region, may find similar future contracts lucrative for expanding their market presence.