Planning

Hearing Aids - Audiology

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST

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PlanningUpdate

19 May 2025 at 15:43

Planning

13 May 2025 at 12:53

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process detailed here involves the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, located in Leicester, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "Hearing Aids - Audiology," falls under the industry category of goods, specifically hearing aids (CPV code: 33185000). This tender is in the planning stage as of 19th May 2025, with a future notice date expected by 1st September 2026. The procurement process anticipates a contract period starting on 27th March 2027 and ending on 25th March 2029, with the possibility of renewal extending to 25th March 2031. The estimated contract value is approximately £3,659,919 net (£4,391,902.80 gross), and it will operate under a framework agreement as per the UKPGA 2023/54 legal basis.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and supply of audiology and hearing aid products. Given the suitability criteria, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to respond, making it an accessible opportunity for diverse businesses seeking growth within the healthcare sector. By being part of a framework agreement, businesses can establish long-term relationships with a prominent public health authority, thus enhancing their portfolio and market presence in the medical device industry.

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Notice Title

Hearing Aids - Audiology

Notice Description

Hearing aid products used by the Hearing Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051208
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022850-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33185000 - Hearing aids

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,659,919 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20267 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Mar 2027 - 25 Mar 2029 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Gulaam Mulla
Contact Email
uhlprocurementopportunities@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 5WW
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

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