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Purchase of Helium for MRI Quench at SGH

NORTHERN LINCOLNSHIRE AND GOOLE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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03 Nov 2025 at 11:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, located at Diana Princess Of Wales Hospital, Grimsby, for the "Purchase of Helium for MRI Quench at SGH" has reached the award stage as of 3rd November 2025. This contract is under the industry category of goods, focusing specifically on helium and repair services related to medical equipment. The contract covers the period from 25th to 31st October 2025. This tender was executed through a direct procurement method due to its below-threshold classification, meaning it was awarded without competition. Siemens Healthcare Ltd, based in Camberley, is the listed supplier for this contract. The procurement is driven by the urgent need to replenish helium following a quench incident during a power surge at the Scunthorpe General Hospital's MRI scanner.

This tender presents businesses involved in medical gases and maintenance of medical equipment with substantial growth opportunities, especially for suppliers capable of providing specific gases and related services in adherence to pressing and unforeseen medical needs. Large enterprises, such as Siemens Healthcare Ltd, are well-suited to participate due to their resources and capabilities to meet stringent medical equipment and supply criteria. However, smaller enterprises with niche expertise in medical gases and quick response capabilities might also find potential in similar future opportunities, provided they align with procurement needs and demonstrate the ability to deliver promptly under urgent conditions.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Helium for MRI Quench at SGH

Notice Description

The MRI scanner at Scunthorpe General Hospital quenched during a power surge and the replacement helium is not covered under the terms of the maintenance contract. The helium must be purchased from the Original Equipment Manufacturer.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d8d2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070392-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

24111300 - Helium

50420000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and surgical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£53,761 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
24 Oct 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN LINCOLNSHIRE AND GOOLE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
James Howes
Contact Email
james.howes2@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GRIMSBY
Postcode
DN33 2BA
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North East Lincolnshire
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIEMENS HEALTHCARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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