Equipping Consultancy Services for New Frimley Park Hospital

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced equipping consultancy provider to deliver comprehensive advisory services for the New Frimley Park Hospital programme (Ref C476248). The role spans RIBA Stages 2-3 (Concept Design and Spatial Coordination) with an optional extension to Stage 4, supporting development of the Outline Business Case. Key responsibilities include: developing the Equipping Strategy and Equipment Governance Framework aligned to New Hospital Programme and Hospital 2.0 guidance; categorising equipment (Group 1, 2, and 3) per NHP strategy; creating and managing the Master Equipment Schedule and departmental schedules; leading stakeholder engagement across clinical, operational, estates, digital, clinical engineering, and finance teams; validating Room Data Sheets; ensuring BIM alignment and technical assurance; managing medical equipment and digital integration for interoperability and asset tracking; delivering equipment cost planning with capital and lifecycle analysis; developing procurement and logistics strategies; planning commissioning and operational readiness; and managing the Equipping Risk Register. An optional asset audit of existing equipment may also be required. The successful provider will work as part of an integrated professional team, coordinating across design, cost, and programme workstreams. The Trust prioritises clinical engagement, data accuracy, robust change control, value for money, and sustainability. This procurement is conducted under the Procurement Act 2023 as an open procedure. Tender submission must include responses to pass/fail participation conditions by the stated deadline.