Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)
1 South Gyle Crescent
Edinburgh
EH12 9EB
Telephone
+44 7816119866
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKM - Scotland
Internet address(es)
Main address
http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
Buyer's address
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883
one.2) Information about joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at
www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Health
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
National Digital Diabetes Remission
Reference number
NP510225
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 85100000 - Health services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
NHS Scotland wishes to implement a Framework Agreement for the provision of a National Digital Diabetes Remission Programme for Total Diet Replacement (TDR) products and associated Peripherals as well as c. 1000 behavioural interventions for service users annually across Scotland. The Framework Agreement will be for a 4 year period.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £6,000,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 98334000 - Wellness services
- 15882000 - Dietetic products
- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 85312320 - Counselling services
- 85312310 - Guidance services
- 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services
- 85323000 - Community health services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
Main site or place of performance
Locations throughout NHS Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NHS Scotland wishes to inform potential Providers of an upcoming procurement for the provision of a National Digital Diabetes Remission Programme. The programme will support eligible individuals with type 2 diabetes in achieving remission through a structured, digitally delivered intervention. It will be delivered in three phases:
Total Diet Replacement (TDR): 12–20 weeks
Food Reintroduction: 6–12 weeks
Weight Loss Maintenance: Up to 12 months
This notice is issued for information purposes only in advance of the regulated procurement process taking place.
The Framework Agreement will be for a 4 year period.
two.2.14) Additional information
This project is derived from the Accelerated National Innovation Adoption (ANIA) Pathway. This is an initiative focused on using technology to fast-track proven innovations into the healthcare frontline on a Once for Scotland basis.
https://www.nhscfsd.co.uk/our-work/innovation/accelerated-national-innovation-adoption-ania-pathway/
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
14 July 2025
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
The Service aims to deliver a Type 2 National Digital Diabetes Remission Programme. Total Diet Replacement (TDR) is expected to be with shakes and soups (delivered directly to a Service Users home). A range of digital services (app-based / online delivery models) are expected to support the Food Re-introduction and Weight Loss Maintenance phases with flexibility to allow service users to repeat stages of the intervention as determined by Healthcare professionals. Digital solutions should allow for the monitoring, recording and reporting of food and drink intake, body weight, blood pressure, glycaemic control (blood glucose finger prick testing), daily activities (exercise type/duration/frequency). Digital solutions should include emotional wellbeing tools to support self-management activities and allow service user feedback and asynchronous chat between them and Health Coaches.
Service Providers will be expected to integrate with NHS Scotland systems, for example, SCI-Gateway to facilitate GP referral processes, and for provision of data reporting, as part of this procurement.
During the term of the Framework and any extension periods, NHS Scotland reserves the right, should funding become available, to increase the volume of service users (current estimate of 1000 per annum) who may access the Programme. For example, additional purchases may be made which exceed the level of funding currently secured as a result of clinical and service outcomes and benefits which support wider use.
It is not anticipated that this would alter the overall nature of the contract, only additional volume of referrals.
NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=798427.
(SC Ref:798427)