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32x Ophthalmoscope and Otoscope Contract - Welch Allyn

BIRMINGHAM WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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28 Oct 2025 at 17:18

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, in collaboration with the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, has concluded with the award of a contract for "32x Ophthalmoscope and Otoscope" to Welch Allyn (U.K.) Limited. This contract, classified under the industry category of ophthalmology equipment, commenced on 18th September 2025 and runs until 17th September 2026, with an awarded value of £23,618. The procurement was conducted using a direct method below threshold without competition, reflecting a streamlined approach for acquiring essential medical goods within the Birmingham region, particularly Birmingham and Solihull. The contract's legal foundation aligns with the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2023/54, aimed at ensuring lawful adherence to public procurement standards.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly those specialising in medical equipment catering for hospitals and healthcare services. The award showcases an efficient procurement method that allows for quicker acquisition timelines, benefiting companies like Welch Allyn that can meet specific, pre-determined needs of healthcare providers. Businesses within the healthcare supply chain, particularly those with expertise in medical diagnostic devices, stand to gain from such streamlined processes, allowing them to forge stronger relationships with public sector health trusts and expand their market presence. The contract highlights the strategic importance of agile suppliers who can deliver specialised medical equipment tailored to the exact specifications of NHS Trusts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

32x Ophthalmoscope and Otoscope Contract - Welch Allyn

Notice Description

This service relates to the Provision of 32x Ophthalmoscope and Otoscope Contract by Welch Allyn

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d5b6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069150-2025
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
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33122000 - Ophthalmology equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£23,618 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Sep 20252 months ago
Contract Period
17 Sep 2025 - 17 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIRMINGHAM WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Contact Name
Melisa CharlesAgwu
Contact Email
bsolcategoryteams@uhb.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6NH
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WELCH ALLYN (U.K.

Further Information

Notice Documents

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