Award

Internal & External Fixation Acumed

DORSET COUNTY HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Award

12 Nov 2025 at 15:40

Summary of the contracting process

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract to Acumed Ltd for the supply of Internal & External Fixation orthopaedic products. The procurement, which follows a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, is classified under the industry category of orthopaedic implants. The value of the contract is £34,447.50, and it is set to commence on 10th October 2025, ending on 30th September 2027. The contract will primarily serve locations in the UK, including British Overseas Territories and other regions. This award marks the completion stage of the procurement process, officially published on 12th November 2025.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in the medical equipment industry, especially those specialising in orthopaedic implants. By engaging with this contract, businesses can leverage the reputation and demands of a notable client like Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, potentially fostering further growth and enhancing their market presence within public healthcare sectors. Acumed Ltd, as the awarded supplier, illustrates how SMEs can effectively secure contracts within selective procurement processes, paving the way for similar companies to pursue such opportunities.

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Notice Title

Internal & External Fixation Acumed

Notice Description

TOS3 2 years agreement with Acumed for supply of Internal & External Fixation products

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b69eac22-b79f-41d3-92e9-d55bbe8ab847
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8faaae99-1674-422e-91c9-16a7efe044f8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33183100 - Orthopaedic implants

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£27,558 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£34,447 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
9 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 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
DORSET COUNTY HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Eva Murch
Contact Email
eva.murch@dchft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
07342066328

Buyer Location

Locality
DORCHESTER
Postcode
DT1 2JY
Post Town
Dorchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Dorchester West
Westminster Constituency
West Dorset

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACUMED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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