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ESNEFT3134 Purchase of 8 Ultrasound Scanners

EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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02 Mar 2026 at 12:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "ESNEFT3134 Purchase of 8 Ultrasound Scanners" has been completed, with East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust as the buying organisation. This contract, classified under the goods category, involved the acquisition of ultrasound scanners and was conducted via the NHS Supply Chain Framework for Ultrasound 2022. Located in the UKH14 region, the procurement utilised a limited procurement method, proceeding without prior publication of a call for competition. The contract, valued at £493,296.25, was awarded on 2nd February 2026 to FUJIFILM SONOSITE LTD, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in the UKH3 region. The process was facilitated by a framework agreement without options, focusing on price as the award criterion.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in medical equipment supply, particularly those offering ultrasound technology. Companies well-suited to contend are those with the capability to meet the technical standards and supply demands of large healthcare organisations, with an emphasis on competitive pricing. Participating in such frameworks not only provides a chance for significant contracts within the healthcare sector but also facilitates access to a network of public sector buyers, thus potentially expanding market reach and business growth.

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Notice Title

ESNEFT3134 Purchase of 8 Ultrasound Scanners

Notice Description

Purchase of Ultrasound Scanners via NHS Supply Chain Framework for for Ultrasound 2022.<br/>Contract Reference Number: 2021/S 000-007768

Lot Information

Lot 1

Purchase of Ultrasound Scanners via NHS Supply Chain Framework for for Ultrasound 2022.
Contract Reference Number: 2021/S 000-007768

Procurement Information

Purchase of Ultrasound Scanners via NHS Supply Chain Framework for for Ultrasound 2022.<br/>Contract Reference Number: 2021/S 000-007768

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065f76
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018391-2026
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

33112300 - Ultrasound scanners

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£493,296 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 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

FUJIFILM SONOSITE

Further Information

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