Healthcare Linen Supply Services

East Kent Foundation Hospital Trust, represented by 2gether Support Solutions, is conducting a market consultation for healthcare linen supply services. This Pre-Engagement Notice invites experienced suppliers to provide information about their capacity, capability, and availability to supply a comprehensive range of healthcare linen products. Scope of Supply includes: - Thermal throws (fully flame retardant to UK healthcare standards) - Color-coded, heavy-duty laundry bags compatible with industrial washing - Patient nightwear (nightdresses, nightshirts, pajama tops and bottoms) - Specialized garments including X-ray gowns with open-back designs - Standard ward linen, sheets, and pillowcases Key Objectives: - Assess supplier capacity to meet high-volume NHS demands - Evaluate current material lead times and supply chain stability - Understand sustainability and carbon reduction capabilities - Review options for stock management, electronic tracking, and quality control Next Steps: This is a Pre-Engagement Notice, not a formal tender invitation. Interested suppliers should submit an expression of interest and a brief company capability statement. Contract Terms: 3-year initial term with option for 2 x 12-month extensions (5 years total).