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Arthroscopy Consumables

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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27 Feb 2026 at 08:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has successfully completed the procurement process for the supply of arthroscopy consumables required at both its Musgrove and Yeovil (Simply Serve) sites. This procurement, classified under the CPV as orthopaedic implants, is part of the NHS Supply Chain framework, Total Orthopaedic Solutions 3. The contract, awarded to Arthrex Limited from Sheffield, was signed on 24th February 2026, marking the conclusion of an award procedure conducted without prior publication of a call for competition due to the procurement falling outside standard directive scope. The procurement category is goods, focusing on healthcare necessities, with a financial value of £197,310.16.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in orthopaedic and medical supplies to engage with healthcare institutions like the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. The decision to utilise a limited procurement method showcases the potential advantage for companies already within established frameworks or with relevant innovative solutions that meet specific organisational needs without extensive competition requirements. Large suppliers and companies engaged in medical equipment manufacturing and distribution are well-suited to thrive in these procurement processes, given their ability to supply specialised goods and navigate the complexities of the NHS framework agreements effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Arthroscopy Consumables

Notice Description

Supply of arthroscopy consumables to Somerset NHS across both the Musgrove and Yeovil (Simply Serve) sites. Called off from Total Orthopaedic Solutions 3 NHSSC framework

Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply of arthroscopy consumables to Somerset NHS across both the Musgrove and Yeovil (Simply Serve) sites. Called off from Total Orthopaedic Solutions 3 NHSSC framework

Procurement Information

Called off against the Total Orthopaedic Solutions 3 NHS Supply Chain framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065dbe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017659-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33183100 - Orthopaedic implants

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£197,310 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

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

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 5DA
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK2 Dorset and Somerset
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARTHREX

Further Information

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