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C435410 - Waiver of Training & Education microscopes

BRADFORD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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21 Apr 2026 at 14:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "C435410 - Waiver of Training & Education microscopes" has been completed by the Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This tender involved acquiring a set of microscopes for their Technical Skills Lab, as existing equipment had become obsolete. Classified under the CPV code 38510000, which pertains to microscopes, the process unfolded in Bradford, United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was limited, specifically under a competitive quotation model below the threshold, culminating in an award dated 30th March 2026. The contract period spans from 31st March to 29th April 2026, with the total contract value being £112,500.

This procurement contract has been awarded to Prescott's Surgical Ltd, identified as an SME, which presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in medical and educational equipment to compete in similar future tenders. The tender, although marked as unsuitable for SMEs or VCSEs during the tender stage, demonstrates that niche providers with established capabilities in microscope manufacturing and supply could benefit from engaging in procurement exercises by larger organisations like the NHS Trust. This market is ripe with potential for companies that can offer reliable and innovative solutions in educational settings, aligning with the Trust's objective to enhance technical skills lab training.

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Notice Title

C435410 - Waiver of Training & Education microscopes

Notice Description

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT) has a requirement to purchase a set of microscopes for the Technical Skills Lab. The microscopes currently in the Technical Skills Lab are over 15 years old and show significant signs of wear and tear. Due to their age, they are now considered obsolete and can no longer be repaired, which affects both their reliability and their effectiveness for training purposes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c57ab9e6-8acd-46f5-bff5-f3df24750186
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
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 29 Apr 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
BRADFORD 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
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD9 6RJ
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
Toller
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRESCOTT'S SURGICAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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