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ENHT - Vortex Air Macerator Installation

EAST AND NORTH HERTFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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16 Oct 2025 at 09:37

Summary of the contracting process

The East and North Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust has awarded a contract to Vernacare International Limited for the installation of a Vortex Air Macerator at its facilities. This procurement process, classified under the industry category of macerators for the treatment of sewage, follows a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement was finalised in the award stage on 10th September 2025, with the contract period commencing on 25th September 2025 and ending on 31st March 2026. Located in the South East region of the United Kingdom, the total award amount for the service is £25,000.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in sewage treatment solutions and equipment installation. Though the opportunity is particularly well-suited for larger enterprises, given the procurement method and requirements, companies in similar sectors can look for future tenders as part of framework agreements for potential business growth. The trust's strategic decision to partner with established suppliers like Vernacare International Limited underscores the importance of experience and capacity in competing for similar tenders in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

ENHT - Vortex Air Macerator Installation

Notice Description

The East and North Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust has awarded a contract to the supplier VERNACARE INTERNATIONAL LTD for the provision of Vortex Air Macerator Installation Additional information: Direct Award NHSSC Framework reference 2022/S 000-027756 (URN PUL 040)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-381c58cd-cc52-40c6-9ac5-746d9dad51a2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e7db1b0-bf59-4e5b-817f-17107b09e3d1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
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

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42996110 - Macerators for the treatment of sewage

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
24 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AND NORTH HERTFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Postcode
AL8 6NS
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Handside
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VERNACARE INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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