Planning

Minimally Invasive Surgery & Energy Devices

EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

19 May 2025 at 16:28

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust has initiated a planned procurement process for "Minimally Invasive Surgery & Energy Devices" under the goods category. This is a significant opportunity located in Colchester, United Kingdom, specifically targeting the medical consumables sector. As a public authority in central government, ESNEFT is engaging in this tender to bolster its position as a leading centre for Laparoscopic Surgery. The procurement is in the planning stage with a contract period set from 30 September 2025 to 29 December 2028. Potential bidders should note that future notices are expected by 1 June 2025, providing ample time to prepare for participation.

This tender represents a considerable business growth opportunity, particularly for suppliers of medical consumables and related technologies. Companies with expertise in minimally invasive surgical equipment or energy devices can leverage this chance to partner with a prominent NHS Foundation Trust and strengthen their market presence. Given the contract value of up to £2.9 million, businesses that can offer innovative solutions and operate within framework agreements will find this procurement particularly suitable. Engaging in this process could open doors for further collaborations within the NHS and beyond.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Minimally Invasive Surgery & Energy Devices

Notice Description

ESNEFT is seen as a leading centre for Laparoscopic Surgery and has worked with West Suffolk Hospital as part of ICS procurement work plan to ensure maximised benefit from the exercise for both organisations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0517a6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022880-2025
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33140000 - Medical consumables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £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 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2025 - 29 Dec 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@esneft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Mile End
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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