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Tivato 700 spine microscope

NORFOLK & NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

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28 Jan 2026 at 13:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process is led by the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital for the supply of a Tivato 700 spine microscope, falling under the industry category of medical equipment. The procurement utilised a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The awarded contract, valued at £144,769, was concluded with Carl Zeiss Ltd as the successful supplier. The process has progressed to the award stage, with the contract period set from 29th January 2026 to 27th March 2026. The procurement location is Norwich, United Kingdom, with postal code NR4 7UY associated with the delivery address. Key procurement actions included the tender period ending on 16th January 2026 and the contract award on 26th January 2026.

This procurement presents business growth opportunities for companies specialising in medical equipment supply, especially those involved in high-precision optical technology. Although this contract was not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger businesses with the capability to deliver specialised medical devices can find similar tenders beneficial. Companies that have existing framework agreements may be particularly well-positioned to compete in future opportunities from this buying organisation, which seeks high-quality medical technology solutions to enhance its clinical services. Engaging in such tenders can help businesses expand their market presence and strengthen relationships within the healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tivato 700 spine microscope

Notice Description

Supply of 1 No Tivato 700 microscope

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-14a3c64c-5135-489b-bf67-c0ac5f05944f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3a22c76-3d25-4625-b1e7-93830c103524
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£144,769 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Jan 2026 - 27 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK & NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7UY
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Norfolk
Electoral Ward
Cringleford
Westminster Constituency
South Norfolk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARL ZEISS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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