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05 Jun 2026 at 13:55

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "EU-ME3 Ultrasound," conducted by NHS Somerset Foundation Trust, involved acquiring diagnostic ultrasound devices and associated accessories. The procurement belongs to the goods category and falls under the industry classification of diagnostic ultrasound devices. Located in Taunton, Somerset, England, the procurement was conducted through a direct single tender action, indicative of a below-threshold single-source procedure. The tender completed on 6th March 2026, following its tender period ending on 4th March 2026. The contract period spanned from 5th to 6th March 2026, highlighting a swift awarding stage with NHS Somerset teaming with the supplier, OLYMPUS KEYMED GROUP LIMITED.

This procurement can create promising opportunities for large businesses engaged in the manufacture and supply of medical diagnostic devices, specifically ultrasound equipment. The contract, valued at £87,639.13, could enhance business growth by strengthening supplier relationships with NHS trusts and other healthcare organisations. Companies with the capability to offer competitive, high-quality medical goods within short timelines could enhance their profiles and become preferred suppliers in the public healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

EU-ME3 Ultrasound

Notice Description

EU-ME3 Ultrasound and associated accessories

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0a284b9e-fdbf-4d7e-aad8-b6654749bbb9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bfe66549-592e-49e4-babf-7b5befbb27a0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33124120 - Diagnostic ultrasound devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£87,639 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£87,639 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
5 Mar 2026 - 6 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS SOMERSET FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 5DA
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OLYMPUS KEYMED GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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