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Replacement of Tissue Processor

SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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08 Apr 2025 at 09:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, located in Sheffield, UK, has successfully completed a procurement process for the replacement of a tissue processor. This tender falls under the medical equipment industry category, specifically classified under CPV code 33100000. The procurement stage has now reached the award phase, with the final award made on 14 March 2025. The contract period commenced on 10 March 2025 and is set to conclude on 9 March 2026. This procurement was conducted via a direct method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold, with a total contract value of GBP 111,614. The geographical scope for delivery covers the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in medical equipment. Although the procurement process was conducted through a direct method, it highlights the potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), albeit in this instance awarded to Sakura Finetek UK Limited. Businesses with capabilities in the manufacturing and supply of high-quality medical equipment are well-suited to compete for similar tenders. Engaging in these procurement processes can enhance market reach and solidify partnerships with esteemed healthcare institutions like the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Replacement of Tissue Processor

Notice Description

Replacement of Tissue Processor

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9b2af90d-71aa-421f-ba7d-13758749c150
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ff9934c-3fa8-469b-a2e0-070dfc35f95d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£112,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£111,614 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
10 Mar 2025 - 9 Mar 2026 6-12 months
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
SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Amie Knight
Contact Email
amie.knight@nhs.net
Contact Phone
0

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

SAKURA FINETEK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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