BHTA members invited to learn more about NHS Supply Chain’s Aids for Daily Living 2027 framework

The NHS Supply Chain has announced a one‑hour pre‑market engagement (PME) webinar introducing the forthcoming Aids for Daily Living (ADL) 2027 framework, scheduled for 2pm on 10 February 2026. This session offers BHTA members an opportunity to understand the scope, timelines, and participation process for this major upcoming framework.

The ADL 2027 framework aims to support independence at home and facilitate timely hospital discharge through a comprehensive range of products. Categories will include bathing aids, toileting aids, bedroom and home equipment, mobility aids, and paediatric devices, as well as a managed service for Community Equipment Loan Services.

The framework also places a strong emphasis on reuse, refurbishment, and sustainability, aligned with NHS Supply Chain’s circular economy and design for life principles — part of a wider shift toward sustainable procurement and product lifecycle thinking that the NHS and medtech sector are pursuing together (read more about the Design for Life initiative here).

What the webinar will cover

The webinar will provide an overview of the framework’s commercial aims, specifications and product categories, the procurement process, and key milestones. It will also outline how members can engage during the PME period, which remains open until 6 March 2026. This session forms part of NHS Supply Chain’s wider engagement programme.

Who should attend

BHTA members involved in the supply of aids for daily living, mobility aids, community equipment, or related products and services are encouraged to attend. The session is particularly relevant for organisations working in assistive technology, rehabilitation, independent living, or healthcare product distribution, including small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs).

How to register

To attend, members should register their Expression of Interest (EOI) via either the Jaggaer portal or the Find a Tender notice.

Once registered, attendees can sign up for the webinar through the official Microsoft Teams event link.

For any questions ahead of the session, please contact the NHS Supply Chain Aids for Daily Living team at aidsfordailyliving@supplychain.nhs.uk.

BHTA members are encouraged to participate in this engagement opportunity. The association will continue to monitor updates on the framework and share relevant information as procurement progresses.