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ESNEFT3038 Purchase of Ultrasound Scanner

EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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27 Feb 2026 at 10:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involved the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust acquiring an ultrasound machine for the Cardiac Cath Lab at Colchester. This contract was awarded as part of the NHSSC National Framework Agreement for Ultrasound 2022, classified under the industry category of ultrasound scanners. Due to the procurement being executed without prior publication of a competition, it utilised a limited procurement method, and was awarded to Ge Medical Systems Limited (GE Healthcare) on 31st December 2025, at the cost of £10,680 GBP. This process was completed and the award is currently active, chosen based on price criteria.

This tender offers opportunities for businesses in the medical equipment supply sector, particularly those dealing in advanced medical technology and ultrasound equipment. Companies like Ge Medical Systems Limited can benefit by reinforcing their supply chain capabilities and expanding partnerships with local health authorities, such as the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust. Moreover, engaging in frameworks agreements contributes to enhancing business recognition and supporting growth within speciality medical fields. Such procurement engagements are most suitable for businesses that can operate within specific frameworks and manage large-scale health sector contracts.

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Notice Title

ESNEFT3038 Purchase of Ultrasound Scanner

Notice Description

Purchase of ultrasound machine for Cardiac Cath Lab at Colchester from the NHSSC National Framework Agreement for Ultrasound 2022. Contract Reference Number: 2021/S 000-007768

Lot Information

Lot 1

Purchase from the NHSSC National Framework Agreement for Ultrasound 2022. Contract Reference Number: 2021/S 000-007768

Procurement Information

Purchase of ultrasound machine for Cardiac Cath Lab at Colchester from the NHSSC National Framework Agreement for Ultrasound 2022. Contract Reference Number: 2021/S 000-007768

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065df0
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017745-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

33112300 - Ultrasound scanners

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,680 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 5JL
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
TLH14 Suffolk CC

Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Mile End
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GE MEDICAL SYSTEMS LIMITED (GE HEALTHCARE

Further Information

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