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Opthalmology OCT Machines - One off Purchase

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS SUSSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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23 Feb 2026 at 16:02

Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for the purchase of six OCT machines, as part of their Diabetic Eye Screening programme. This one-off procurement falls under the Ophthalmology equipment category as per CPV classification and is intended for delivery at Worthing Hospital, located in the South East of the United Kingdom (postal code BN11 2DH). The procurement was executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement titled "Ophthalmology (COS3)" and referenced by number 2024/S 000-033370. The contract period started on 23rd February 2026 and concludes on 22nd March 2026. The tender process was initiated with anticipation and closed by 19th February 2026, resulting in the award being published on 23rd February 2026.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in ophthalmology equipment, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Such enterprises can maximise growth by participating in framework agreements, allowing for streamlined procurement processes and increased exposure within the healthcare sector. The award, valued at £285,570 GBP, was secured by Sense Medical Limited, a company recognised for catering to the needs of SMEs. Business entities that focus on developing cutting-edge medical technology and equipment can look to similar procurement processes as a pathway to future endeavours and industry partnership opportunities.

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Notice Title

Opthalmology OCT Machines - One off Purchase

Notice Description

This is a purchase of 6 x OCT Machines for the Diabetic Eye Screening for University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. They will be purchased via the NHSSC Framework "Ophthalmology (COS3) - Contract Reference Number: 2024/S 000-033370"

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c4db057f-23b2-4679-979a-ca6e4b80ba5a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9f7163c-aad3-49c6-8ad6-5c07d67f70c1
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
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

33122000 - Ophthalmology equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£285,570 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 22 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
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS SUSSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORTHING
Postcode
BN11 2DH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Worthing
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Worthing West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SENSE MEDICAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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