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Medical gases in cylinders

NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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03 Jun 2026 at 09:15

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerns the awarding of a contract for "Medical gases in cylinders" by Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. This falls under the industry category of medical gases (CPV code 24111500) and involves the delivery of these gases to various locations, including the United Kingdom and internationally. The tender, which was initiated as a call-off from a framework agreement using a selective procurement method, reached the award stage with an active status as of 1st May 2026. The contract period is set to last until 30th April 2029, with the tender phase having concluded on 30th April 2026. The total award amount is GBP 646,676, and the process aligns with procurement aimed at larger-scale suppliers, as indicated by the buyer's suitability preferences.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large-scale firms specialising in medical supplies and logistics, due to the international scope of delivery locations and the substantial value of the contract. Companies with expertise in handling, supplying, and distributing medical gases could particularly benefit from engaging with this tender. The opportunity to supply Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust and ensure delivery across varied geographies could enhance business portfolios and cement relationships within the healthcare sector. The ongoing nature of the contract until 2029 provides a reliable revenue stream and the possibility for continued engagement with public health institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Medical gases in cylinders

Notice Description

Deliver various medical gases in cylinders to NGH. Additional information: HTE-1798.001.L1

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1fbd830b-36c0-45ee-8e96-0f028f43f978
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec4784b9-9797-4fc6-8eff-9d599a0f01ab
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

24 - Chemical products

CPV Codes

24111500 - Medical gases

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£538,897 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£646,676 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 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
NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
KETTERING
Postcode
NN16 8UZ
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Northall
Westminster Constituency
Kettering

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOC

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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