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Purchase of Neuro Microscope

LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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20 Apr 2026 at 13:10

Award

19 Jan 2026 at 13:28

Award

05 Jan 2026 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process spearheaded by the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust focuses on the acquisition of a neuro microscope, specifically designed to minimise bypass cross-clamp time and reduce the risk of ischemic and stroke complications. This tender falls under the category of operating-theatre devices within the medical equipment industry. The procurement method utilised is a direct award, indicating the selection of the supplier without competitive bidding, justified by technical specifications unique to the required device. The contracting phase has reached the award and contract execution stages as of April 2026, with the initial contract commencement in March 2026, running until March 2031. The procurement involves geographical reach extending from the United Kingdom to Germany, with an award amounting to a gross value of £588,000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for suppliers capable of meeting specialised technical specifications in the medical equipment sector. Large-scale enterprises with expertise in manufacturing advanced neurosurgical microscopes, such as Mitaka Europe GmbH which is based in Berlin, are well-equipped to compete in similar procurements. The direct award process highlights the need for highly tailored technical capabilities, making it vital for potential vendors to showcase specific expertise and innovations in cerebrovascular medical technology. Such contracts encourage businesses to innovate, develop niche products, and establish international trade partnerships between healthcare institutions and renowned suppliers.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Neuro Microscope

Notice Description

Super Neurosurgical microscope to minimise bypass cross-clamp time

Procurement Information

cal reasons Describe how these justifications apply Most neurosurgical microscopes have some cerebrovascular features (eg Indocyanine green angiography, which is used in bypass) but not the features required to minimise bypass cross clamp time, to avoid ischemic and stroke complications.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ff61
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035658-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

33162000 - Operating theatre devices and instruments

33162100 - Operating-theatre devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£415,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£490,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
6 Mar 2026 - 5 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 3EX
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MITAKA EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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