Award

Biodex Equipment

THE OPEN UNIVERSITY

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Award

03 Feb 2026 at 15:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by The Open University, a sub-central government public authority, involves the purchase of medical research equipment, specifically the Biodex System 4 Isokinetic Dynamometer and the Biodex Balance System. This procurement falls under the industry category of medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products. The awarded contract, valued at £104,738.60, commenced on 27th February 2026 and will run until 26th February 2031. The procurement method used was direct, below threshold, and without competition, indicating a straightforward procurement process. The location of this contract is the United Kingdom, with delivery intended across the UK. The award was notable for having been actively announced as of 3rd February 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of medical and physiotherapy equipment. Companies specialising in muscle testing and rehabilitation devices would find this contract well-aligned with their capabilities, offering potential for extended market reach and business growth. IPRS Mediquipe Limited, an SME located in Chorley, Lancashire, successfully secured the contract, highlighting that SMEs with specialisation in relevant areas of medical goods can effectively compete and secure such opportunities in the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

Biodex Equipment

Notice Description

Purchase of medical research equipment, the Biodex System 4 Isokinetic Dynamometer for muscle testing and rehabilitation by medical and physiotherapy professionals and the Biodex Balance System for measures of static and dynamic balance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0615a9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009582-2026
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
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

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£104,738 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE OPEN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
finance-tenders@open.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK7 6AA
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Monkston
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IPRS MEDIQUIPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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