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Grit Pad 13

CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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11 Nov 2025 at 11:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as the buying organisation for the contract titled "Grit Pad 13". This falls under the "Devices for the disabled" industry category and is located in Cambridge, specifically in the UKH12 region. The contract was in the award stage when it was completed, with the procurement details finalised on 11th November 2025. Key dates include the contract start date on 11th November 2025 and an end date on 10th February 2026. The procurement method was described as "Below threshold - unknown".

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses in the assistive technology sector, specifically those offering devices for the disabled. Large-scale suppliers, like the successful bidder Smartbox Assistive Technology, will find such contracts advantageous due to their emphasis on specialised goods. Businesses with expertise in delivering medical and assistive devices could benefit significantly by positioning themselves as capable and reliable suppliers for similar public procurement opportunities. Additionally, this contract's framework can serve as a reference point for businesses to understand the procurement requirements and demand within the healthcare industry, enabling them to tailor their strategic approach effectively.

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Notice Title

Grit Pad 13

Notice Description

873 - Grit pad 13

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05de86
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072726-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33196200 - Devices for the disabled

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,160 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Nov 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Nov 20256 months ago
Contract Period
11 Nov 2025 - 10 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBRIDGE
Postcode
CB2 0QQ
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cambridge
Electoral Ward
Queen Edith's
Westminster Constituency
South Cambridgeshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SMARTBOX ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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