Award

Purchase of Consumables for Haemodialysis Equipment

SOUTHERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

19 Dec 2025 at 17:36

Award

16 Oct 2025 at 14:29

Award

15 Oct 2025 at 14:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated and conducted by the Southern Health and Social Care Trust, located at Craigavon Area Hospital, Portadown, United Kingdom. The contract, titled "Purchase of Consumables for Haemodialysis Equipment," falls under the goods category, specifically renal dialysis consumables. The procurement process employed a direct award method due to the proprietary nature of the consumables, required for compatibility with Fresenius Dialysis Machines. The award status is complete as of 19th December 2025, with a value of £475,000. The contract period started on 9th December 2025 and is set to end on 30th November 2026, with an option for renewal if necessary.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies that excel in the medical supplies industry, specifically those specializing in dialysis equipment and consumables. Fresenius Medical Care (Holdings) Limited, a large-scale supplier, has been awarded the contract, indicating the potential for SMEs to position themselves for future opportunities by exploring partnerships or developing brand-specific innovations. Businesses with expertise in medical technology compliance, high-quality manufacturing standards, and tailored supply chain solutions would be well-suited to engage in similar contracts.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Consumables for Haemodialysis Equipment

Notice Description

The intended contract is for the consumables of the Haemodialysis Equipment for the SHSCT for a period of 18 months.

Procurement Information

The consumables are proprietary to Fresenius Dialysis Machines and are specially designed and approved for use with this equipment. These machines operate using a closed system that requires brand-specific consumables to ensure clinical safety, performance reliability, and compliance with manufacturer guidelines. Using non-compatible consumables could compromise machine function, increase the risk of patient harm, and void equipment warranties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cd7d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085158-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33181520 - Renal dialysis consumables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£475,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£475,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
9 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTHERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
dac@southerntrust.hscni.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTADOWN
Postcode
BT63 5QQ
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN07 Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Electoral Ward
Kernan
Westminster Constituency
Upper Bann

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE (HOLDINGS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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