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Purchase of HIFU

LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

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02 Apr 2026 at 07:42

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25 Mar 2026 at 15:28

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23 Feb 2026 at 10:26

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17 Feb 2026 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, located in Leeds, United Kingdom, involves the direct award of the "Purchase of HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound)" treatment module. This tender falls under the medical equipment category and follows the completion stage, with the contract period extending from 23rd March 2026 to 22nd February 2027. The procurement method was direct due to the unique regulatory certifications, as only the Focal One system offers fully robotic treatment for prostate ablation. The procurement legal basis is under the UKPGA 2023/54 scheme, and the award has been given to EDAP TMS, a large-scale supplier based in France. The contract value, excluding taxes, is £590,000, while the gross amount is £708,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in advanced medical technologies, particularly those specialising in prostate treatment innovations. Business growth can be achieved by investing in distinct and regulated technologies that offer competitive advantages in healthcare. Companies with expertise in medical device manufacturing, regulatory compliance, and international transport systems are well-suited to participate in similar procurement processes, given the technical and certification requirements demonstrated by the awarded contract. As the market continues to evolve, leveraging unique certifications like CE marking for specialised treatment modules can provide competitive advantages in public procurement.

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Notice Title

Purchase of HIFU

Notice Description

Purchase of HIFU treatment module

Procurement Information

This product is unique in the market in terms of regulatory certifications. Focal One is the only CE marked HIFU system providing fully robotic treatment for prostate ablation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06561b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030651-2026
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£590,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£590,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 22 Feb 2027 6-12 months
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

EDAP TMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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