Ophthalmology IOL, Phacoemulsification and VR consumables

EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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PlanningUpdate

26 May 2026 at 10:46

Planning

19 May 2025 at 16:26

Summary of the contracting process

The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust, located in Colchester, has announced a planned procurement process for "Ophthalmology IOL, Phacoemulsification and VR consumables." This falls under the goods category, specifically ophthalmology equipment, with CPV code 33122000. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with a future notice expected by 1st October 2026. The contract is set to commence on 9th March 2027 and potentially extend until 6th March 2033. This procurement is positioned within the region of UKH14 in the United Kingdom. The NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to alter the procurement process in line with operational, commercial, or strategic needs, as per legal guidelines outlined in UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in medical goods and ophthalmology equipment. The planned contract, including the possibility of renewal, extends for up to six years, allowing suppliers to engage in a long-term partnership with a major healthcare authority. Firms that have experience in dealing with public authorities, especially those able to fulfil framework agreements, would be well-suited to compete for this tender. Additionally, suppliers with innovative solutions in ophthalmology could benefit from entering or expanding their footprint in the UK healthcare market, due to the large financial scope and regional impact of this opportunity.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Ophthalmology IOL, Phacoemulsification and VR consumables

Notice Description

Re-Procurement for Ophthalmology IOL, Phacoemulsification and VR consumables The Authority reserves the right not to proceed to procurement where it is determined that the service is no longer required, alternative delivery arrangements are available, existing contractual extension provisions can be utilised, or for any other operational, commercial, or strategic reason.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0517a4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048583-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33122000 - Ophthalmology equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,058,720 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Mar 2027 - 7 Mar 2032 Over 5 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
EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 5JL
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
TLH14 Suffolk CC

Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Mile End
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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