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0P001986 Replacement Ultrasound units RSCH

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS SUSSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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24 Mar 2026 at 18:50

Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust conducted a procurement process for the replacement of ultrasound units at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton, located in the South East of the United Kingdom. This tender, titled "Replacement Ultrasound units RSCH," falls under the goods category, specifically classified as ultrasound scanners. The procurement process was completed through a selective method, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period concluding on 25th February 2026. The awarded contract, announced on 10th March 2026, is valued at £458,333.33, spanning from 31st March 2026 until 30th March 2027.

Business opportunities from this contract arise for companies specialising in medical equipment supply, particularly those capable of providing advanced ultrasound technology. While the procurement was not tailored to SMEs or VCSEs, larger entities like GE Medical Systems Limited ultimately secured the award. Such tenders can enable growth for firms with expertise in healthcare technology and infrastructure, potentially establishing long-term partnerships within the NHS framework. This contract suggests significant business potential for suppliers aiming to expand in the healthcare sector, especially those experienced in supporting public health facilities with high-quality medical apparatus.

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Notice Title

0P001986 Replacement Ultrasound units RSCH

Notice Description

Capital Replacement Ultrasound units

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7a80c8ed-56c0-4209-9454-fe701c646b18
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68423365-23c4-4861-abb8-dfdfe1337daa
Current Stage
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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

33112300 - Ultrasound scanners

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£458,333 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£458,333 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2027 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
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS SUSSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN2 5BE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Whitehawk & Marina
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GE MEDICAL SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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