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03 Jun 2026 at 13:58

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Cross-linking System KXL Model 1B" has been completed by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, located in Taunton, United Kingdom. This process falls under the industry category of ophthalmology equipment and was conducted through a direct procurement method, classified as a single tender action below the threshold. The procurement stage reached the 'Award' phase with the contract awarded to Instinctive Ltd. The timeline for this procurement included a tender period ending on 16th March 2026 and a contract period from 17th March 2026 to 18th March 2026. This swift procurement demonstrates an agile approach to meeting specific equipment needs within the healthcare sector.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment, particularly those focusing on ophthalmology. While this particular procurement was a direct award, similar opportunities may arise, especially for suppliers capable of delivering specialised medical goods to the healthcare sector. Companies with a focus on developing innovative ophthalmic technologies could find opportunities in similar tenders, as healthcare institutions continue to seek advanced solutions to enhance their service offerings.

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Notice Title

Cross-linking System KXL Model 1B

Notice Description

Purchase of Cross-linking System KXL Model 1B from Instinctive UK

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b3a66824-6ed7-4d7b-96dc-7b25a87034ea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0edb5e4e-3f72-4862-98cb-8f4def3b4913
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33122000 - Ophthalmology equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£21,157 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£21,157 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
17 Mar 2026 - 18 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 5DA
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSTINCTIVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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