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Spinal Operating table

MEDWAY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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23 Feb 2026 at 11:09

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a spinal operating table was conducted by Medway NHS Foundation Trust, located at Medway Maritime Hospital in Gillingham, United Kingdom. This specific procurement was in the industry category of healthcare goods, particularly focusing on operating tables. The process reached the awarding stage on the 23rd of February, 2026, and was completed via a direct procurement method classified as "below threshold - without competition." The award status is marked as active, with MedScience Distribution Ltd as the chosen supplier. The contract's effective period was also confirmed on the 23rd of February, 2026, with a gross contract value amounting to £117,938.40.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing or supply of medical equipment, particularly those specialising in operating tables. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like MedScience Distribution Ltd, which are capable of offering competitive solutions within specified budgets, can benefit significantly by engaging in such tenders. The direct procurement method employed here allows for streamlined processes, offering a fast track for businesses that can meet the precise needs of healthcare institutions, potentially opening doors for future contracts within the NHS and public healthcare sectors.

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Notice Title

Spinal Operating table

Notice Description

For acquisition of a spinal operating table via PO 260013042

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0659ed
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015981-2026
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

33192230 - Operating tables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£98,282 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 23 Feb 2026 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MEDWAY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GILLINGHAM
Postcode
ME7 5NY
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Gillingham South
Westminster Constituency
Gillingham and Rainham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEDSCIENCE DISTRIBUTION

Further Information

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