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Procurement of Operating Tables (Standardisation) - King George Hospital

BARKING, HAVERING AND REDBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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21 Jan 2026 at 12:33

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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24 Dec 2025 at 11:02

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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24 Dec 2025 at 10:52

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust acting as the buying organisation for the procurement of operating tables, with the objective to standardise equipment at King George Hospital. This direct award procurement falls under the public authority category handled by central government and operates within the medical goods sector. The process, completed under the legal provisions of the UK Procurement Act 2023, involved a direct award due to exclusive supply rights, with MET Healthcare UK Limited selected as the supplier. The contract was formalised on 9th January 2026, and the installation of the equipment is set to commence in April 2026, covering delivery regions across the United Kingdom and including locations under the region of UKI52 in Romford, United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in the provision of high-specification medical equipment. Companies that can offer innovative proprietary solutions, comply with strict clinical requirements, and ensure seamless integration with existing hospital infrastructure stand to benefit greatly. The procurement scenario highlights opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) holding exclusive manufacturing rights, allowing them to leverage their niche expertise to fulfil critical healthcare infrastructure needs efficiently. Such direct procurement approaches favour businesses that can deliver bespoke solutions tailored to meet stringent clinical and technical specifications.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of Operating Tables (Standardisation) - King George Hospital

Notice Description

This contract relates to the supply, delivery, installation and commissioning of three operating tables and associated proprietary accessories for use at King George Hospital. The award supports clinical standardisation with existing operating tables already in use at the site. The contract was formed following completion of the statutory standstill period. Due to manufacturing lead times and delivery scheduling, installation and operational use of the equipment is anticipated to commence from April 2026.

Procurement Information

This procurement did not proceed to a competitive tendering procedure as the requirements could only be met by a single supplier holding manufacturer-confirmed exclusive rights to the specific operating table system and associated proprietary accessories. Competition was therefore not viable, as alternative suppliers could not meet the Trust's clinical, technical and standardisation requirements without introducing incompatibility and clinical risk. Accordingly, the Trust proceeded directly to a lawful direct award in accordance with Schedule 5, Paragraph 6(a) and 6(b) of the Procurement Act 2023.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fd2b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005257-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33192230 - Operating tables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£128,885 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£128,885 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
BARKING, HAVERING AND REDBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ROMFORD
Postcode
RM7 0AG
Postcode Area
Romford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI52 Barking & Dagenham and Havering
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Havering
Electoral Ward
Rush Green & Crowlands
Westminster Constituency
Romford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MET HEALTHCARE UK LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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