Buyer Name: North Ayrshire Council
Buyer Address: Cunninghame House, Friars Croft, Irvine, UKM93, KA12 8EE, United Kingdom
Contact Email: murraythompson@north-ayrshire.gov.uk
Buyer Name: North Ayrshire Council
Buyer Address: Cunninghame House, Friars Croft, Irvine, UKM93, KA12 8EE, United Kingdom
Contact Email: murraythompson@north-ayrshire.gov.uk
North Ayrshire Council invites tenders for the supply, delivery and installation of AEDs, AED cabinets and associated equipment (pads, batteries and preparation kits). The anticipated contract start date is 1st April 2026 until 31st March 2029, with the option to extend by up to 24 months. Extensions will be at the sole discretion of NAC and subject to satisfactory performance and funding.
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Lot Description: This procurement will follow the GPA open tender process.
Lot 1 Status: active
Lot 1 Has Options: No
Lot 1 Value: GBP 240,000
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Quality
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