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ESNEFT3075 Purchase of Neonatal Imaging System

EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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27 Feb 2026 at 10:50

Summary of the contracting process

The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for acquiring a Neonatal Imaging System, classified under the Ophthalmology equipment category and funded via the NHS Supply Chain Framework. This process was conducted as an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, using a limited procurement method. The contract, valued at £107,658.12, was signed on 31st December 2025. The primary delivery location is in the region designated UKH14, encompassing the Colchester area. The procurement has reached the award stage, and Birmingham Optical Group Limited was declared the successful supplier.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in ophthalmology equipment, especially those familiar with NHS procurement frameworks. SMEs similar to Birmingham Optical Group Limited, who possess a strong capability in medical imaging technology, could find opportunities to leverage this contract for increased visibility and business growth within the healthcare sector. Leveraging frameworks like the NHS Supply Chain Framework can provide streamlined access to public sector contracts, making it crucial for companies to align their offerings with the specific needs of NHS trusts.

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Notice Title

ESNEFT3075 Purchase of Neonatal Imaging System

Notice Description

Purchased via NHS Supply Chain Framework for Ophthalmology Equipment Contract Reference Number 2024/2 000-03370

Lot Information

Lot 1

Purchased via NHS Supply Chain Framework for Ophthalmology Equipment Contract Reference Number 2024/2 000-03370. Additional information: Funded via NHSE

Procurement Information

Purchased via NHS Supply Chain Framework for Ophthalmology Equipment Contract Reference Number 2024/2 000-03370

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065dfe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017767-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33122000 - Ophthalmology equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£107,658 £100K-£500K

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

BIRMINGHAM OPTICAL GROUP

Further Information

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