Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bde-b50a-73e1-9128-5affd1e69891/replacement-pharmacy-dispensing-robot pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Replacement Pharmacy Dispensing Robot [NTW Solutions Limited](https://tendernation.io/buyers/ntw-solutions-limited) Estimated value £300,000 Published 20 May 2026 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender - Purpose of this Market Engagement NTW Solutions is undertaking early market engagement to explore options for replacing its automated pharmacy dispensing robot. The current system is supported until September 2027. This exercise is intended to understand market capability in advance of any future procurement. This is not a tender or call to competition. The objectives are to: - Assess market capability and maturity - Understand available solutions and service models - Inform the scope, specification and procurement approach - About the Organisation NTW Solutions provides pharmacy services supporting NHS clinical services across multiple sites. Medicines management is a safety-critical function operating within a regulated NHS and digital environment. - High-Level Requirement The dispensing robot is a core operational asset supporting: - Automated, secure storage and dispensing of medicines - Accurate and efficient individual dose dispensing into monitored dosage systems - Stock control, tracking and auditability - Reduced manual handling and improved workforce efficiency - High reliability in a time-critical, high-volume environment The replacement solution must provide a robust, scalable and future-proof platform. At this stage, NTW Solutions is interested in understanding: - Types of automated dispensing / robotics solutions available - Suitability for individual dose dispensing (MDS) - Throughput, capacity and scalability - Physical footprint and infrastructure requirements - Implementation and transition approaches - Ongoing support and lifecycle models - Integration and Digital Requirements Suppliers should demonstrate capability in: - Integration with pharmacy stock control systems - Integration with EPMA systems - Interfacing with wider clinical systems - Use of open standards and APIs - Reporting and data extraction - Compliance with NHS cyber security and IG requirements Particular interest is in solutions that avoid bespoke integrations and remain adaptable. - Supplier Capability Suppliers are invited to provide high-level information on: - Relevant NHS / healthcare experience - Implementation models and timescales - Support and resilience arrangements - Training and change management - Product roadmap - Indicative commercial approach / pricing models - Next Steps Information gathered will inform a future procurement strategy. Participation does not guarantee inclusion in any subsequent procurement. - Response Details Suppliers are invited to submit a brief, high-level response addressing the above areas. - Deadline: 5 June 2026 - Contact: Read full description ## CPV classification Industrial robots Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-069d78-2026-05-20T13:55:14+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-069d78-2026-05-20T13:55:14+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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