Scope
Reference
AS26707
Description
Hampshire County Council is inviting feedback from suppliers of Community Equipment to inform future procurement strategies that support independent living. This engagement aims to ensure the continued provision of high-quality, cost-effective equipment that meets both health and social care needs across Hampshire.
Key Objectives of the Engagement:
- Explore available procurement models for community equipment.
- Identify challenges associated with current approaches, including Framework Agreements.
- Understand supplier capabilities in delivery, logistics, and service provision.
- Strengthen collaboration between suppliers and commissioning teams.
Currently, the Council's Community Equipment Service procures approximately 35,000 items annually. Supplier insights will be instrumental in shaping a procurement approach that is innovative, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of Hampshire residents.
Total value (estimated)
- £50,000,000 excluding VAT
- £60,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2032
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 33192600 - Lifting equipment for health care sector
- 45233292 - Installation of safety equipment
- 50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
Contract locations
- UKJ3 - Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Engagement
Engagement deadline
12 September 2025
Engagement process description
Hampshire County Council wish to engage with any providers of Community Equipment Services. This engagement is in the form of an engagement questionnaire which we will issue to the market for responses via the Intend procurement system with a closing date of 12th of September 2025.
Please log in to Hampshire's intend portal: Hampshire County Council Electronic Tendering Site - Registration - Company Details
And search for project titled: Hampshire Community Equipment Service Market Engagement
Reference: AS26707
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 April 2026
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Hampshire County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBHM-7586-PWLP
The Castle
Winchester
SO23 8UQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKJ36 - Central Hampshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government