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Glaucoma Implants - The Paul stent - STH

SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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05 Mar 2026 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Glaucoma Implants - The Paul stent - STH" has recently reached the award stage, initiated by the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This procurement, classified under ophthalmological goods with CPV code 33662100, involves the direct acquisition of implants designed for superior patient outcomes. The contract, valued at £36,000, has been awarded to Advanced Ophthalmic Innovations Pte Ltd. The Sheffield-based project will cover a contract period from 2 March 2025 to 1 March 2028 and is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This procurement presents notable business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in ophthalmological products and medical implants. The direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below threshold, indicates a streamlined and potentially less competitive process advantageous to niche suppliers. Businesses equipped to deliver high-quality ophthalmic solutions are well-suited to engage in similar future tenders from leading healthcare providers such as the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, offering scope for establishing strong partnerships within the UK's healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Glaucoma Implants - The Paul stent - STH

Notice Description

This stent produces good patient outcomes owing to it's unique design. The Trust buys a range of implants, from various suppliers, to suit patients' needs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7d8dd6b4-5b02-4ff8-aaa5-37081836506c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6dfe7eb-084a-44a5-96b2-8ea9eb628e5c
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33662100 - Ophthalmologicals

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2025 - 1 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD TEACHING 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
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S5 7AU
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Burngreave
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADVANCED OPHTHALMIC INNOVATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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