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ENT Coblation Machine including Consumables & Maintenance

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST

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22 Jan 2026 at 10:40

Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust has completed the award stage of a tender for the supply of ENT Coblation Machines, including consumables and maintenance services. The procurement falls under the industry category of medical and surgical equipment repair and maintenance, and medical consumables. The contract, valued at £156,937, was awarded to Smith & Nephew and covers a period from 12th January 2026 to 11th January 2028. Located in Leicester, United Kingdom, this process involved a procurement method specified as "Other," with all critical procurement activities completed as of 9th January 2026.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of medical equipment and consumables, particularly those capable of providing long-term maintenance services. While the contract is not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, larger firms like Smith & Nephew, who are equipped with the capacity and infrastructure to meet the contract's terms, are well-positioned to compete for such contracts. Engaging in opportunities like these enhances market presence and drives growth within the healthcare procurement sector.

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Notice Title

ENT Coblation Machine including Consumables & Maintenance

Notice Description

This contract is for the supply of ENT Coblation Machines, including Consumables & Maintenance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-99808c34-62d2-47de-aab2-3a38d29ee412
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d504db1-5b5a-4468-a2b4-d07551527afc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

33140000 - Medical consumables

50420000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and surgical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£156,937 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£156,937 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 11 Jan 2028 1-2 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
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 5WW
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SMITH & NEPHEW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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