Planning

Cochlear Implants

MANCHESTER UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

20 May 2025 at 08:55

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for cochlear implants, processors, and upgrades. This planned procurement, categorized under the healthcare industry, is focused on goods with a significant budget allocation, reaching a gross amount of £3,464,880. The procurement process is scheduled to progress with the contract period beginning on 1st April 2026 and concluding on 30th March 2028, with a potential extension until 28th March 2030. Located in Trafford, UK, this procurement notice was published on 20th May 2025, providing an early look for interested vendors to prepare for the official tender notice slated for release by 1st January 2026.

This upcoming tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment, particularly those with expertise in cochlear implant technology. Suppliers with experience in providing next-generation processors and system upgrades for hearing-impaired patients can leverage their capabilities to secure a long-term contract with the Trust. The project aligns well with firms focused on innovative healthcare solutions and those prepared to engage with a major public authority like the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. This tender offers potential growth for businesses capable of delivering high-quality, advanced medical goods that meet rigorous NHS standards and requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cochlear Implants

Notice Description

Requirement for cochlear implants, processors and upgrades.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0517ff
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022994-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

33185200 - Cochlear implant

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,887,400 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2028 1-2 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
MANCHESTER UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
emma.deveney@mft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TRAFFORD
Postcode
M41 5SL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Davyhulme
Westminster Constituency
Stretford and Urmston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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