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Purchase of Vacuum Assisted Biopsy

LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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08 May 2026 at 12:49

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Summary of the contracting process

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, a prominent healthcare organisation, has concluded the procurement process titled "Purchase of Vacuum Assisted Biopsy" within the industry category of mammography devices. The procurement, established through a selective method by calling off from a framework agreement, specifically the NHSSC Framework Agreement for Digital Mammography 2022, involves the purchase of vacuum-assisted biopsy equipment. Located in Leeds, the procurement process reached its award stage on 17th March 2026, with the contract set to commence on 27th March 2026 and extend until 26th March 2031. The total value of the contract award is £78,000 GBP to Hologic LTD., with delivery addresses specified within the UK, specifically the postal code LS9 7TF.

This procurement opportunity offers substantial growth potential for businesses specialising in medical devices, particularly those with expertise in digital mammography and related technologies. The awarded contract, although unsuitable for SMEs and VCSEs, provides a notable opportunity for larger firms looking to enhance their portfolio or strengthen their presence within the NHS supply chain. Participating in such tenders can help firms establish important relationships with key NHS stakeholders, positioning them favourably for future procurements in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of Vacuum Assisted Biopsy

Notice Description

1 x VAB Additional information: Awarded via NHSSC l Framework Agreement for Digital Mammography 2022. Contract Reference Number: 2021/S 000-007768

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-14bfea7f-bfad-46e9-bae3-255db8c22443
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32d6e62c-6e78-41e8-b80f-70c2686bc30c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

33111650 - Mammography devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£78,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
27 Mar 2026 - 26 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
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
LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS9 7TF
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Gipton & Harehills
Westminster Constituency
Leeds East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HOLOGIC

Further Information

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