Planning

Diagnostic Imaging Services MRI at Colchester Hospital

EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process being handled by East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust involves the acquisition of Diagnostic Imaging Services, specifically MRI services, at Colchester Hospital. Classified under the medical imaging services industry category, this contract is significant, with an estimated value of £50 million. The procurement is in the planning stage, and it has been confirmed that the process will be above the threshold, incorporating a framework agreement. The contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2036. This opportunity is situated in Colchester, within the region of UKH34, and the subsequent tender notice is expected to be available by 15th June 2025.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in medical imaging services, particularly those with expertise in delivering MRI services. Companies equipped to manage long-term service provision under framework agreements would find this contract advantageous, providing a stable avenue for growth. Additionally, businesses with a track record in healthcare partnerships and familiar with public procurement can leverage this opportunity to enhance their domestic portfolio and reputation in the medical imaging sector. The strategic alignment with a leading NHS Foundation Trust offers a prestigious and potentially lucrative partnership for suitable service providers.

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Notice Title

Diagnostic Imaging Services MRI at Colchester Hospital

Notice Description

Diagnostic Imaging Services MRI at Colchester Hospital PSR

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0517a9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025449-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85150000 - Medical imaging services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2036 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
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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