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Da Vinci Robots - Intuitive Medical

NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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02 Jan 2026 at 14:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process handled by the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust encompasses the acquisition of two Da Vinci surgical robots under the title "Da Vinci Robots - Intuitive Medical". This tender falls within the industry category of operating theatre devices and instruments, with usage spanning across various regions, including the United Kingdom and other areas. The procurement method used is a selective approach through call-off from a framework agreement, currently in the award stage. The tender was awarded to Intuitive Surgical Limited, with the contract active from 19 December 2025 to 20 December 2030, and a total value of £2,327,179. The key dates include the award notice published on 2 January 2026 and the initial contract commencement shortly after the award notice publication.

The Da Vinci surgical robots present substantial business growth opportunities for firms in the medical equipment sector, particularly those specialising in surgical robotics and operating theatre devices. While this contract was awarded to Intuitive Surgical Limited, it signifies potential for collaborating on technologically advanced solutions in healthcare. The hospital's focus on cutting-edge surgical equipment suggests continual demand for innovation in medical technology, which can be well-served by niche businesses dedicated to enhancing operating theatre capabilities across various localities and regions. This tender, although not specifically marked suitable for SMEs, highlights the advantages of partnering with well-established entities like Intuitive Surgical Limited to potentially leverage framework agreements for future procurements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Da Vinci Robots - Intuitive Medical

Notice Description

Purchase of two surgical robots

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2195ce2c-b30d-46ea-bdd3-f837281c9028
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e00c5a1-f394-41db-971f-d5c0fb31f8c2
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33162000 - Operating theatre devices and instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,327,179 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,327,179 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
19 Dec 2025 - 20 Dec 2030 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
NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
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

INTUITIVE SURGICAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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