National Framework Agreement for Radiology Capacity Management Solutions (PSR) 2026 reopening

What this is

The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is establishing a national framework agreement for radiology capacity management solutions under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023/2025. The framework will serve all relevant NHS authorities in England and Wales and comprises two lots: radiology capacity management solutions and radiology capacity management with rent-to-own equipment.

Key points

• Framework agreement for radiology capacity management solutions across NHS England and Wales, estimated value GBP 25 million
• Two lots available: Lot 1 (Radiology Capacity Management Solutions) and Lot 2 (with Rent to Own Equipment)
• 4-year term from 1 September 2026; new entrants join for remainder of term
• Open procedure under PSR Regulations 2023/2025; bidders may bid for all lots
• Submission deadline: 1 September 2026 at 14:00 via health-family.force.com portal
• Framework serves all relevant NHS authorities in England and Wales including ICBs, NHS trusts, and local health boards

Who can bid

Open procedure under Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and Health Services (Provider Selection Regime)(Wales) Regulations 2025. Framework will be available to all relevant authorities as defined in NHS Act 2006 (England and Wales), including integrated care boards, NHS trusts, local health boards, and successor bodies.

How to submit

Submissions via https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome portal. Deadline: 1 September 2026 at 14:00 (UK time).

Contract period

Framework agreement for 4 years commencing 1 September 2026. New entrants may join for the remainder of the term.

Classification

CPV 85150000 — Medical imaging services 79400000 — Business and management consultancy and related services79620000 — Supply services of personnel including temporary staff85100000 — Health services33110000 — Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use33124000 — Diagnostics and radiodiagnostic devices and supplies EnglandWales