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Last Updated on 21/10/2026 by Sarah Sarsby
BHTA members supplying patient lifting and moving equipment are encouraged to review a tender opportunity from North East London NHS Foundation Trust for the supply and delivery of 11 new mobile patient hoists.
The hoists will be used in an inpatient setting at Orsett Hospital, supporting patient transfers between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs.
The trust requires hoists with a powered lifting system, a minimum safe working load of 130kg, and a base suitable for use beneath low beds.
Delivery will be to Orsett Hospital in Thurrock. Quotations must include all delivery charges to this location.
This tender is suitable for suppliers of mobile patient hoists designed for inpatient use.
The procurement is being conducted through a below-threshold open competition.
Quotations will be evaluated on quality and price, considering how well the proposed hoists meet the requirements, their suitability for inpatient use, durability, and ease of use. The price assessment will include delivery costs, and the contract will be awarded to the supplier offering the best overall value.
All quotations must be submitted electronically through MultiQuote by 12pm on 2 November 2026.
The deadline for enquiries is 12pm on 1 November 2026. Enquiries should be directed to [email protected].
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BHTA members supplying patient lifting and moving equipment are encouraged to review a tender opportunity from North East London NHS Foundation Trust for the supply and delivery of 11 new mobile patient hoists.
The hoists will be used in an inpatient setting at Orsett Hospital, supporting patient transfers between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs.
Tender overview
The trust requires hoists with a powered lifting system, a minimum safe working load of 130kg, and a base suitable for use beneath low beds.
Delivery will be to Orsett Hospital in Thurrock. Quotations must include all delivery charges to this location.
This tender is suitable for suppliers of mobile patient hoists designed for inpatient use.
Key details
- Estimated value: £40,000 excluding VAT.
- Estimated contract dates: 3 November 2026 to 3 December 2026.
- Notice reference: 2026/S 000-099007.
Procurement and evaluation
The procurement is being conducted through a below-threshold open competition.
Quotations will be evaluated on quality and price, considering how well the proposed hoists meet the requirements, their suitability for inpatient use, durability, and ease of use. The price assessment will include delivery costs, and the contract will be awarded to the supplier offering the best overall value.
How to apply
All quotations must be submitted electronically through MultiQuote by 12pm on 2 November 2026.
The deadline for enquiries is 12pm on 1 November 2026. Enquiries should be directed to [email protected].
The post Tender opportunity: North East London NHS Foundation Trust seeks suppliers for 11 mobile patient hoists appeared first on British Healthcare Trades Association.
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