Award

AF Ablation for Private Patients

GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

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03 Jul 2025 at 14:31

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
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12 May 2025 at 10:02

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

12 May 2025 at 10:02

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

09 May 2025 at 15:57

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, located in Gloucester, UK, involves a direct award contract titled "AF Ablation for Private Patients." This procurement falls under the medical consumables industry category and took place at the planning and tender stages, with significant dates including a contract award on 9 May 2025. The process adhered to the Procurement Act 2023, focusing on testing innovation with a 6-month pilot for atrial fibrillation ablation technology before considering a full procurement. The contract was awarded to Johnson & Johnson Medical Limited, demonstrating a strong partnership for advancing healthcare solutions.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in medical technology and equipment, especially those focused on electrophysiology. Companies developing cutting-edge healthcare technologies or looking to introduce innovative medical solutions into NHS infrastructure could benefit significantly. The direct award nature of this process means that businesses should consider positioning themselves as key partners in future developments and pilots, potentially influencing long-term procurement strategies and establishing a foothold in the competitive healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AF Ablation for Private Patients

Notice Description

This contract is for a 6-month loan of the CARTO(tm) 3 System equipment and the purchase of consumables necessary to perform atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation procedures. Both the equipment and consumables will be used exclusively for private patient treatments. The CARTO(tm) 3 System is a standalone medical device used in electrophysiology labs to diagnose heart arrhythmias. It collects data from intra-cardiac catheters and provides electrophysiologists with detailed, real-time 3D visualizations of the heart chambers and catheter positions. This advanced mapping technology aids in accurately guiding ablation procedures by creating precise anatomical maps of the heart, improving treatment safety and effectiveness. A direct award for a 6-month pilot of atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation technology is justified under Schedule 5 of the Procurement Act 2023, which allows direct awards for prototypes and development. The pilot tests a novel AF ablation method at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust , focusing on feasibility and capability rather than long-term supply. Following the pilot, a cost-benefit analysis will determine whether to proceed with a full business case and competitive procurement. This approach complies with the Act's requirements for targeted testing before wider adoption.

Procurement Information

A direct award for a 6-month pilot of atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation technology is justified under Schedule 5 of the Procurement Act 2023, which allows direct awards for prototypes and development. The pilot tests a novel AF ablation method at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust , focusing on feasibility and capability rather than long-term supply. Following the pilot, a cost-benefit analysis will determine whether to proceed with a full business case and competitive procurement. This approach complies with the Act's requirements for targeted testing before wider adoption.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05102c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037193-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33140000 - Medical consumables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£195,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
22 May 2025 - 21 Nov 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Cancelled

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Claire Thornton
Contact Email
claire.thornton5@nhs.net
Contact Phone
07967889845

Buyer Location

Locality
GLOUCESTER
Postcode
GL53 7AN
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cheltenham
Electoral Ward
College
Westminster Constituency
Cheltenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JOHNSON & JOHNSON MEDICAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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